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Definition & Meaning of "yesterday's man"

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someone who was once significant or important but is now considered outdated or no longer influential

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What is the origin of the idiom "yesterday's man" and when to use it?

The idiom "yesterday's man" is believed to have originated in the United States in the mid-20th century, and may have originally referred to a politician or public figure who had lost their power or influence. This idiom is often used to describe a person who is seen as outdated or out of touch with current trends or attitudes.

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His management style is seen as yesterday's man, and now the company is struggling to keep up with the competition.
The product line is becoming yesterday's man in the market, and sales are declining rapidly.
Her fashion sense is seen as yesterday's woman, and now she's struggling to keep up with the latest trends.
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Her fashion sense is seen as yesterday's woman, and now she's struggling to keep up with the latest trends.
The marketing campaign is becoming yesterday's woman in the market, and it's failing to attract new customers.
The musician was yesterday's man after his music went out of style.
His management style is seen as yesterday's man, and now the company is struggling to keep up with the competition.
The product line is becoming yesterday's man in the market, and sales are declining rapidly.
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