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Dog Prevents People Jane Real Manger Drive Lend

Front one who prevents other people from doing or having what one does not wish them to do or have - even though they don't need it themselves
Back Jane is a real dog in the manger. She cannot drive, but she won't lend anyone her car. | If Martin weren't such a dog in the manger, he would let his brother have that dinner jacket he never wears.

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