English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "that man owns like half of new york" Mean?
Learn what "that man owns like half of new york" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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That man owns like half of New York. That's the one.
This means the man is extremely rich or influential, not literally that he owns half the city.
From The Chauffeur, Episode 13
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says a man owns a huge amount of New York, meaning he is extremely wealthy or powerful.
Usage Scenario
Use it informally to exaggerate how rich or powerful someone seems. It is not literal and sounds conversational.
Better ways to say it
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That man owns like half of New York.
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He owns half of New York.
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That guy owns half of New York.
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