procreation
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Across many decades and many cultures, maleness was defined by provision, procreation, and protection.
From Slate • Aug. 5, 2025
In public posts online, he argued that procreation without the consent of the unborn is unethical and unjustifiable in a world struggling with environmental harm, violence and overpopulation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2025
The US Vice President JD Vance has also spoken openly about his views on procreation.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2025
Texas, Devine wrote in his dissent, had a long history of dictating spousal benefits in order to encourage procreation or other societal goods.
From Salon • Feb. 27, 2024
Our attempts at procreation took place not in service of important monthly hormonal markers but rather in concert with the Illinois legislative schedule.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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