feminism
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Poised behind a lectern, in a silver silk top and matching trousers, Kirk explained that feminism teaches women to “reject the very things that make womanhood unique.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Feminist collective 50/50 accused organisers of "feminism washing" by using actors Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon for publicity purposes.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Though framed by a fantastical conceit, “Dear Monica Lewinsky” is at its core a realist novel, influenced by the feminism of #MeToo and precise in its delineation of character and place.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
Discrimination, harassment and sexual violence against women remain huge challenges, but feminism has become such a polarised term here it is often levelled as a grave charge, inviting witch-hunts online and censure offline.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
I’d taken several sips of the grainy, acrid fluid before I understood that they were talking about feminism.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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