menstrual cycle

Example Sentences

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During perimenopause—the period of time that can last years, before a woman’s menstrual cycle ends—dropping estrogen levels can thin and dry skin, he said, and suggested that I put lotion on before bed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

In January, a cycle coach joins the team to lead workshops on syncing not just workouts but nutrition, creativity — even finances — to the menstrual cycle.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

Both women have received treatment at the Parkland Place Rehabilitation Centre in north Wales, where clinical staff say they believe the menstrual cycle can have an impact on gambling behaviours.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

In addition, some 700,000 women and girls struggle each month with a lack of privacy, water and sanitary pads during their menstrual cycle.

From Barron's • Oct. 22, 2025

For instance, I hated swimming during PE and considered it a basic human right to use my menstrual cycle as an excuse to stay out of the water.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi