man up

verb

1. informal,  (intr, adverb) to adopt a stereotypically masculine approach or course of action

Example Sentences

Miller-Idriss’ new book, “Man Up: The New Misogyny and the Rise of Violent Extremism,” published Tuesday by Princeton University Press, brings together research across academic disciplines showing how misogyny surfaces in the history of violent extremists time and again.

From Salon

Using Rushing as anything other than Will Smith’s backup behind the plate would qualify as a “break glass in case of emergency move” for manager Dave Roberts, although he has played Rushing for 13 innings at first base and tabbed him as the next man up when he feared Freddie Freeman would miss time after being hit on the left wrist last month.

From Los Angeles Times

Manager Marco Silva knows their demanding schedule will inevitably lead to the youngster being granted a 'next man up' moment.

From BBC

“Think about potentially the money that gets saved with not having to even get to arbitration, as long as organizations feel like they can just recycle and, you know, next man up, right?”

From Los Angeles Times

The next man up would be Bobby Miller, who lasted only three innings in his only major league start this season.

From Los Angeles Times