strong man

Example Sentences

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Now the new strong man of Damascus sits with the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 11, 2025

"We had to watch as his body slowly shut down and the strong man we know was still trying to fight to be with us," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2025

Yet the shame in not wanting to seem "hysterical," around not being the strong man, I think is probably not leading men to make that connection that what they're experiencing is panic.

From Salon • Sep. 18, 2023

“Well, I wish him well. He’s a strong man and this is really when that kind of strength comes in. So: Say a prayer, cross my fingers, do it all.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 28, 2023

Hoster Hilly had been a strong man, and proud.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin