he-man

Example Sentences

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Cable TV dresses up space aliens in he-man drag, making the subtext into text, the way Carlson’s tough talk and aggressive posturing playact a child’s idea of manliness.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2021

Despite Johnson’s evident charisma, the movies wanted a he-man.

From New York Times • Apr. 30, 2020

Since he was the original G-man J. Edgar was truly a key man In time, though, we learned Where apparel’s concerned He just wasn’t that much of a he-man.

From Washington Post • Sep. 6, 2018

Expect a meat-heavy menu and he-man portions at the main restaurant, and a full-service spa that even offers canine massage.

From Time • Sep. 25, 2017

“Big brave jock. Big, handsome, he-man jock. I admit you could do it. But I’d get you back.”

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy