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Little Men

American  

noun

  1. a novel (1871) by Louisa May Alcott.


Example Sentences

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Women are not just little men.

From BBC

Big words from little men who act like they’re living some “Apocalypse Now” fantasy.

From Los Angeles Times

Actress Saoirse Ronan's comment on The Graham Norton Show - in response to male actors joking whether anyone would actually consider using their phone as a weapon - has ignited conversations about women's safety and how little men know about it.

From BBC

And then the next day, they’re clumsy little men desperately seeking a deal in order to survive, even if it’s a U.S. detention facility.

From Los Angeles Times

“I need to show them how to be good little men, and be productive in our community,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times