to a man

Idioms  

1. Unanimously, without exception, as in The committee voted against the proposal to a man. This expression, first recorded in 1712, uses man in the sense of “everyone.” It continues to be so used despite its sexist tone. To a woman is very occasionally used for unanimous actions in groups that include only women. Also see as one; with one voice.

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Example Sentences

Tributes have been paid to a man who died after rescuing two friends in a river.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Video captured by OnSceneTV in the aftermath of the incident showed sheriff’s deputies speaking to a man wearing a Skydive Perris T-shirt next to a field of dry brush cordoned off with police tape.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

The goal of the menswear line, Jonathan said in rare public comments, was “to respond to a man who sees fashion as a means of communication and self-expression.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

She sent money to a man in Mityana who said his dog needed surgery after a traffic accident.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

“I’ve seen that guy before,” Roberto said, pointing to a man who had just finished washing the outside windows of Kress, the five-and-dime store.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez