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menstruation

[men-stroo-ey-shuhn, -strey-] / ˌmɛn struˈeɪ ʃən, -ˈstreɪ- /


NOUN
monthly women's state
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From menstruation mishaps to a meditation on old age, and the challenges faced by Arab-Israelis in the aftermath of the Hamas attacks, one Oscars category is nothing if not varied.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

The film addresses stigma surrounding menstruation and includes biologically accurate descriptions; educational groups have screened it.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

Early onset of menstruation, late menopause, or not having children also increase risk.

From Science Daily • Jan. 20, 2026

For him, periods are a matter of health, not embarrassment and while the idea of dads discussing menstruation still divides opinion, John says it's important to "be there and approachable for your children".

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025

The only encouraging event was the reappearance of Masvita’s menstruation.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer