A marked man Meaning in English
expression
释义
A person who is being watched or targeted for harm, often because someone wants to catch or punish them. It can describe someone in danger or under suspicion.
用法与细微差别
This phrase is idiomatic and often dramatic, used in crime, thriller, and action contexts. Not literal; applies to men or women despite the wording. Don't use to mean 'famous' or 'popular.' Can be 'a marked woman' for females, but 'a marked man' is far more common.
例句
Ever since he testified in court, he's a marked man.
basic
After betraying the gang, Tom was a marked man.
basic
Once the secret was out, he became a marked man.
basic
Ever since the story hit the news, John’s a marked man around here.
natural
Once you cross the boss, you're a marked man in this business.
natural
He walks around like a marked man, always looking over his shoulder.
natural