matriarchal
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The stoicism of her Seri project is contrasted by the more lighthearted photos she took of people in Juchitán, highlighting the matriarchal culture there.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
Movies: Olivier’s widow could be playing grand dames on stage, but she likes the travel and money from matriarchal characters in films.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025
Thy live in matriarchal groups of about 10 and sometimes meet up with hundreds or thousands of other whales.
From Seattle Times • May 7, 2024
Elephants are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change because, in these heavily matriarchal societies, the older cows accumulate wisdom that they share with the youths.
From Salon • Feb. 6, 2024
The fact that matriarchal law was formerly in force in Scotland is proved by the royal family of the Picts, who according to Beda observed female lineage.
From The Origin of the Family, Private Property and the State by Engels, Friedrich
Vocabulary lists containing matriarchal
History of India - Introductory
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History of India - Middle School and High School
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Chapters 7–9
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