as in masculinity
the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men
a society that highly values manhood and courage
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The performances are deliriously inspired, from Mark Ruffalo’s hilarious caricature of insecure manhood to Willem Dafoe’s oddly paternal mad scientist to Stone’s astonishing mental maturation through every developmental stage on the way to adulthood.
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A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 21 June 2024
This last is, to return to Bock’s phrasing, its own reconsideration of manhood.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2024
John David’s fiery portrayal of Willie showcases how chasing for opportunity doesn’t always equate to proper manhood and a fruitful legacy.
—Malik William, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
The road to becoming a modern man As modern definitions of manhood evolve, so too does the classroom conversation.
—Matt Villano, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
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A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 21 June 2024
This last is, to return to Bock’s phrasing, its own reconsideration of manhood.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2024
John David’s fiery portrayal of Willie showcases how chasing for opportunity doesn’t always equate to proper manhood and a fruitful legacy.
—Malik William, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
The road to becoming a modern man As modern definitions of manhood evolve, so too does the classroom conversation.
—Matt Villano, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
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“Manhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manhood. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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