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man enough to

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man enough to do something

someone with a strong enough character to do something. I appreciate you being man enough to tell me what happened.

Usage notes: usually said about doing something difficult or unpleasant

See also: enough, man

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References in classic literature

Are you man enough to look death in the face; or shall I run the risk of the hounds raising an outcry, and go in myself?

The Prairie by Cooper, James Fenimore View in context

He was man enough to release me of his own free will.

Law and the Lady by Collins, Wilkie View in context

In your presence, and out of your presence, I am man enough to be ashamed of my own folly.

I Say No by Collins, Wilkie View in context

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