trouble man
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of trouble man
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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"Do I look like I'm getting into trouble, man?!"
From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson
Being an interpretation, it is an outcome of reflection—of reflection upon the fact that, in the time of trouble, man turns to his gods, and that, in returning to them, he escapes from his trouble.
From The Idea of God in Early Religions by Jevons, F. B. (Frank Byron)
It took time, but eventually there were no more wild wolves to trouble man, because he had discovered a great friend, the dog.
From Cubs of the Wolf by Jones, Raymond F.
The moment I have it—I want it in writing, remember—I will leave you; and I will trouble you in the future as little as woman can trouble man.
From Girls of the Forest by Meade, L. T.
Faithful to his idea that the cares of life trouble man, and draw him downward, Jesus required from his associates a complete detachment from the earth, an absolute devotion to his work.
From The Life of Jesus by Renan, Ernest
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