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manliness

noun as in masculinity

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Later, after taking his own shirt off in a supposed show of manliness, Dre freaked out when Andre Jr. copied him.

Another tradition of manliness would point them toward discipline, sacrifice, and self-denial.

The reason, Foster argues, is that impotence implies a lack of virility, a lack of manliness.

Perched atop a mountain of wavy, pulled-back hair is a mangled ball of manliness, a holdover from the days of the samurai.

No, this is about which conservative leaders ooze a stereotypical, gut-level manliness.

He should have manliness enough to resist all their pretty arts, and enticing ways.

The Persians, next to bravery in battle, considered the greatest proof of manliness was to be able to exhibit many children.

He was very much subdued, but his companions appreciated his manliness, and gave him a warm welcome.

Even at that early age he was remarkable for the manliness of his mind.

"Showed his good sense and manliness," said the Doctor gruffly.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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