celibate

Example Sentences

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Incels, or "involuntary celibates," are an online community comprised of men who blame women and society for their lack of romantic and sexual success.

From Salon

He hinted at lacking a love life, referring to “people who are incels” — shorthand for “involuntarily celibate.”

From Seattle Times

Incels are members of misogynistic online groups of "involuntary celibate" men, who blame women for their sexual failings and who have been linked to a number of violent acts around the world.

From BBC

As Saint Augustine once prayed to God, “Make me chaste and celibate — but not yet.”

From Washington Post

At the time of the alleged incident, Beskar was a 35-year-old teacher and girls’ basketball coach who lived in a People of Praise home for celibate men.

From Washington Post