misogyny
Example Sentences
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More than revenge, Cassie wants to embarrass potential assailants and jolt them, however briefly, out of their repugnant misogyny.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
Feminist dystopian fiction offers another counterpoint: bleak speculative narratives can make systemic problems—including misogyny, violence against women, gender inequality and threats to reproductive rights—more visible.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Scottish Labour's Jackie Baillie agreed with Swinney's "sincere" willingness to tackle violence against women, but said a "multi-faceted" approach was required, including a misogyny reduction unit, extra work in schools and investment in police.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
The family of Stacy Hunter has called for immediate action to protect victims of domestic abuse, after plans for a misogyny bill were announced by the Scottish government.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
Hillary was Barack’s opponent, which meant that I wasn’t inclined to feel especially warmly toward her just then, but I couldn’t help but admire her ability to stand up and keep fighting amid the misogyny.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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Power Prefix: mis-
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