other man
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of other man
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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The only other man to do it, inevitably, will be the 38-year-old Messi.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Millar ran back into his house as McNally and the other man walked off.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
The woman’s current boyfriend opened the door and saw the other man reach for his waistband before fleeing the scene shortly thereafter, authorities said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Linden had claimed he thought the other man was interested in him.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
The other man sets me down on the dirt like I don’t matter at all.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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