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sexual

[sek-shoo-uhl, seks-yoo-] / ˈsɛk ʃu əl, ˈsɛks yu- /
ADJECTIVE
concerning reproduction, intercourse
Synonyms
STRONGEST
carnal erotic intimate passionate reproductive sensual
WEAK
animal animalistic bestial fleshly generative genital genitive loving procreative sharing venereal voluptuous wanton
Antonyms
STRONGEST
chaste cold cool dull frigid
WEAK
asexual nonsexual

Example Sentences

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A statement from his lawyer Tuesday posted on social media said Swalwell “categorically and unequivocally denies each and every allegation of sexual misconduct and assault that has been leveled against him.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

They didn’t track representation based on gender, sexual orientation or Asian origin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor but denied accusations of sexual assault and misconduct.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

On Thursday, an attorney representing Swalwell sent a cease-and-desist letter to at least one person demanding that they stop accusing the congressman of sexual assault.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Beyond that, they were of many backgrounds and sexual orientations.

From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart