you can't keep a good man down
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you can't keep a good man/woman down
Someone with a strong will and determination is able to overcome any obstacle or challenge. They've tried to stop him by filing frivolous lawsuits, but he's beaten every one. You can't keep a good man down.
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you can't keep a good man down
oryou can't keep a good woman down
HUMOROUSIf you say that you can't keep a good man down or you can't keep a good woman down, you mean that if people have good qualities such as determination, they will recover from any difficulties and be successful. He'll come through — you'll see. You can't keep a good man down!
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you can't keep a good man (or woman) down
a competent person will always recover well from setbacks or problems. informalFarlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
you can’t keep a good man ˈdown
(saying) a person who is determined or wants something very much will succeed: He failed his driving test twice, but passed on the third try — you can’t keep a good man down!Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017