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sexuality

[sek-shoo-al-i-tee, seks-yoo-] / ˌsɛk ʃuˈæl ɪ ti, ˌsɛks yu- /
NOUN
sexual drive or interest
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This model of sexuality is presented time and again as the standard.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

“Far” traces expansion in two directions: geographic, as Norton’s eye moved beyond California to Japan, Cuba, England; and social, into work breaking new ground on questions of gender, sexuality and post-colonial histories.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

"Any attempt to misuse protections designed for people fleeing genuine persecution because of their sexuality is deplorable," a spokesperson told the BBC.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Queer theory applies this approach to sexuality by framing sexual identity as a site of resistance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

That was the day Aech had finally come out to her mother about her sexuality.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline




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