man among men
The idiom "man among men" can describe either an exceptional individual or someone accepted as an equal among peers.
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Definition
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(idiomatic)An individual who is highly respected and admired by others for their qualities, achievements, or leadership.
Example
- He is a man among men, always leading by example and earning the respect of everyone around him.
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(idiomatic)A person accepted as an equal among their peers.
Example
- Despite his young age, he was treated as a man among men by his colleagues.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "man among men":
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