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
Fernanda Torres’ stunning performance holds the film together with matriarchal love, but it’s the film’s two codas that have left it lingering in my mind for months.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 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
Marriage by capture grew out of the matriarchal system and came as the very natural revolt of the male from the female rule, in which he had no rights and no home with his spouse.
From Sex--The Unknown Quantity The Spiritual Function of Sex by McIvor-Tyndall, Alexander J. (Alexander James)
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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