as in masculinity
the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men
a society that highly values manhood and courage
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Antiquated notions of manhood and patriarchy might suggest that professionalism is secondary to expression and authenticity.
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Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2024
There’s ample evidence that men had close friendships at the turn of the twentieth century, but post-industrially, some men see close male friendships as a threat to their manhood.
—Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Besides Obama, the Democrats' rally near Atlanta featured several prominent Black men — including actor Samuel L. Jackson, Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), and filmmakers Spike Lee and Tyler Perry — expressing support for Harris and echoing Obama's sentiments on manhood.
—Alex Thompson, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
Billy Magnussen shines here, treating the stick/jackhammer like a very phallic extension of Adam’s manhood.
—Jack King, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2024
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Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2024
There’s ample evidence that men had close friendships at the turn of the twentieth century, but post-industrially, some men see close male friendships as a threat to their manhood.
—Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Besides Obama, the Democrats' rally near Atlanta featured several prominent Black men — including actor Samuel L. Jackson, Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), and filmmakers Spike Lee and Tyler Perry — expressing support for Harris and echoing Obama's sentiments on manhood.
—Alex Thompson, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
Billy Magnussen shines here, treating the stick/jackhammer like a very phallic extension of Adam’s manhood.
—Jack King, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2024
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“Manhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manhood. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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