emasculated

Example Sentences

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It seems to me the premise is flawed—that men are either emasculated or overly macho.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Allow me to weigh in here, given that you mentioned it in your letter: It’s not your job to reduce your life savings or net worth so your husband doesn’t feel threatened or emasculated.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 22, 2026

“I love the contrast of, like, just the most powerful icon, and then … me! The guy who typically plays emasculated sidekicks!”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2024

It's a truth that should be self-evident: If you are emasculated by a balloon, you weren't so tough to begin with.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2023

She got an emasculated carrot, a droopy leaf of celery, a soft tomato and a fresh sprig of parsley.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith