homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə 
: discrimination against, aversion to, or fear of homosexuality or gay people compare transphobia
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But apart from prompting criticism from leading broadcasters such as HBO, SPI International and A+E Networks, which issued a joint statement denouncing homophobia, the law did nothing to dethrone Hungary as one of the world’s top production hubs.
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
But persistent homophobia and an anti-LGBTQ+ political climate have still made too many companies, Disney included, skittish about capitalizing on that trend.
—Ana Osorno, Them., 25 Apr. 2025
This could be due to societal expectations tied to traditional male roles — such as the pressure to compete, a fear of being perceived as weak, discomfort with vulnerability and homophobia — as well as a lack of positive role models for male emotional connection.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
There is, in fact, a deep well of lust underneath his homophobia, the kind that’s all consuming.
—Grace Byron, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2025
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
But persistent homophobia and an anti-LGBTQ+ political climate have still made too many companies, Disney included, skittish about capitalizing on that trend.
—Ana Osorno, Them., 25 Apr. 2025
This could be due to societal expectations tied to traditional male roles — such as the pressure to compete, a fear of being perceived as weak, discomfort with vulnerability and homophobia — as well as a lack of positive role models for male emotional connection.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
There is, in fact, a deep well of lust underneath his homophobia, the kind that’s all consuming.
—Grace Byron, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2025
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“Homophobia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homophobia. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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homophobia
noun
ho·mo·pho·bia
ˌhō-mə-ˈfō-bē-ə
: irrational fear or dislike of or prejudice against homosexuality or gay people
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