masochism

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Nevertheless, there are plenty of young gallerists who insist on persisting—whether out of masochism or idealism—and they are finding new and unconventional ways to adapt to the difficult landscape.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

It would have been sporting masochism to pick himself.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2025

In the first part of your book, you introduce two key terms: anhedonia and masochism.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2025

It’s a strange, fascinating act of masochism, as if to underline the pain sports can cause to those who struggle to relate to its ideals.

From New York Times • Feb. 6, 2024

It seemed like bravery to me before, but now it seems more like masochism.

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth