virile

Example Sentences

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It inspired his themes—war, fear, mutilation, endurance, courage, comradeship and death—and his laconic and stoical, virile and aggressive heroes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

In a YouTube video, a priest is championing a form of virile, unapologetic masculinity.

From BBC • May 24, 2025

Judging by the sporting photos on his campaign website, Kennedy would like to be seen as the virile, athletic and spry choice for the White House.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2024

Now, a new, more virile chortle has risen to take its place.

From Slate • Aug. 10, 2023

His voice carried above the general disharmony and virile hum of the squadrons.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy