You can’t keep a good man down
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Pro Tip 1/3Optimistic Tone
The phrase has an uplifting, hopeful tone, suggesting someone will overcome challenges. 
He recovered from the injury faster than expected—you can't keep a good man down!
Pro Tip 2/3Figurative Speech
Understand it's not literal; it means someone with a strong spirit can't be stopped. 
After the flood, the community rebuilt the town. You can't keep a good man down.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Character
The 'good man' is someone with positive attributes like resilience and integrity, not just any man. 
She bounced back from failure and excelled, proving you can't keep a good man down.