English Idiom · Intermediate
man look
A cursory search for something present that fails to locate it, stereotypically performed by men
Pronunciation: say man look
Meaning
A cursory search for something present that fails to locate it, stereotypically performed by men.
Example
My Nigel says there was no brandy cream in the supermarket, but I think he only had a man look.
My Nigel says there was no brandy cream in the supermarket, but I think he only had a man look.
Practice tips
- Practice man look out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.