New Man

British

noun

a type of modern man who allows the caring side of his nature to show by being supportive and by sharing child care and housework

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new man Idioms

see under feel like oneself.

Example Sentences

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Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy appears close to being appointed as Rodgers' permanent successor and O'Neill thinks Celtic are well placed for the new man in charge, whoever it may be.

From BBC

His predecessor Martin lasted only 17 matches and 123 days in charge, so I wondered what kind of timeframe the new man thinks is reasonable for him to turn around the tanker Martin once famously referred to.

From BBC

They wanted the new man in before Thursday's Europa League visit of Porto - and Dyche has to restore the organisation and solidity which was so evident under Nuno Espirito Santo, who took them to seventh in the Premier League last season.

From BBC

Once I found a role that energized me, I became a new man on the job.

From The Wall Street Journal

With Jonathan Taylor running in a hat-trick in their 40-6 hammering of the Las Vegas Raiders and quarterback Daniel Jones looking like a new man, they will be a tough match for any side.

From BBC

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