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every mother's son
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every single person from a specific group
Idiom
Old use
What is the origin of the idiom "every mother's son" and when to use it?
The idiom "every mother's son" is an old English idiom that dates back to at least the 16th century. It refers to every male, without exception, as if they were all the sons of every mother. This idiomatic expression is mostly used to emphasize that everyone, regardless of gender, is included or affected.
Examples
The coach made every mother's son run five extra laps.
