MAN-2

23 / 10 / 2012

MAN-2: meaning and examples

Good morning. Today we look at another expression or two that use the noun MAN.

Today's 1st expression is: Every man for himself

Meaning: this is a saying that we use to express that people must look after themselves and not give or expect any help.

Example 1:
Some people think that in business it's every man for himself. However, I think the secret to business is cooperation and collaboration.

Today's 2nd expression is: to be your own man / woman

Meaning: to act or think independently, not following others or being ordered.

Example 2:
Working for himself meant that he could be his own man.

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