sisterhood
noun
sis·ter·hood
ˈsi-stər-ˌhu̇d 
Examples of sisterhood in a Sentence
The bonds of sisterhood have helped unite women to fight for social equality.
Recent Examples on the Web
Last year, the actresses told PEOPLE that their friendship is more like a sisterhood.
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Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
The short takes an intimate look at the pair's unique sisterhood.
—Andrew Blankstein, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2024
For the sequel, one group that West focused much of her attention on was the Bene Gesserit—an all-powerful sisterhood.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2024
Jessica’s Bene Gesserit sisterhood also believe Paul is the legendary Kwisatz Haderach, an all-powerful male heir who can see across space and time.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 1 Mar. 2024
The knowledge exchanged, strategies acquired, and funding opportunities were priceless — as sisterhood was fostered and deep connections forged.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Feb. 2024
Especially since Lee, and a committed sisterhood of politicians, activists, academics and lobbyists across California, had spent almost four years working behind the scenes to boost representation for Black women at the highest levels of the federal government.
—Erika D. Smith, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2024
Supporting actors supporting other supporting actors While the Best Supporting Actress presenters felt like a warm sisterhood, the Best Supporting Actors came off more like a sports bar at last call.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 10 Mar. 2024
The historically African American sorority is non-profit community service organization rooted in sisterhood and empowerment.
—Nasha Smith, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2024
Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
The short takes an intimate look at the pair's unique sisterhood.
—Andrew Blankstein, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2024
For the sequel, one group that West focused much of her attention on was the Bene Gesserit—an all-powerful sisterhood.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2024
Jessica’s Bene Gesserit sisterhood also believe Paul is the legendary Kwisatz Haderach, an all-powerful male heir who can see across space and time.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 1 Mar. 2024
The knowledge exchanged, strategies acquired, and funding opportunities were priceless — as sisterhood was fostered and deep connections forged.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Feb. 2024
Especially since Lee, and a committed sisterhood of politicians, activists, academics and lobbyists across California, had spent almost four years working behind the scenes to boost representation for Black women at the highest levels of the federal government.
—Erika D. Smith, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2024
Supporting actors supporting other supporting actors While the Best Supporting Actress presenters felt like a warm sisterhood, the Best Supporting Actors came off more like a sports bar at last call.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 10 Mar. 2024
The historically African American sorority is non-profit community service organization rooted in sisterhood and empowerment.
—Nasha Smith, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2024
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sisterhood
noun
sis·ter·hood
ˈsis-tər-ˌhu̇d
1
: the state of being a sister
2
: a community or society of sisters
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