masculinity

Example Sentences

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“Real men are secure enough in their masculinity that they can, in fact, change diapers and stay home with their children and be active parents.”

From Salon • May 15, 2026

For Oakley, being a drag king is about challenging masculinity rather than impersonating someone, which is what older male impersonators have traditionally done.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Content producer Blair R. Minton posted a thoughtful video commentary on the type of hive mind masculinity aligning against Megan.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

Last week, Michael Ian Black wrote about three TV shows that raise questions about masculinity: “DTF St. Louis,” “Your Friends & Neighbors” and “Rooster.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Being secure in your masculinity isn’t the same as being straight.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli