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a person's desire to have sex
They have healthy libidos.
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Recent Examples of libidos
Our libidos are also vulnerable to our overall mental health, life stressors, and the sense of intimacy in our relationships.
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
Dominique Fluker, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for libidos
Noun
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Lama, a social activist of several decades, sheds any sense of artifice in playing the headstrong Pirati, a woman whose convictions are as compelling as her desires, her vulnerabilities and even her hypocrisies.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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Emotions and desires spill out against the backdrop of the ancient site and its beauty.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
20 May 2026
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Fabric has always been one of my biggest passions in my career.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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But when John’s cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza) returns to London to tend to the Kilmartin estate, Fran’s complicated feelings will have her questioning whether to stick to her pragmatic intentions or pursue her inner passions.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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Stay cool in the summer heat with this chic Levi’s denim dress that’s currently just under $50, or pair this lightweight $7 sweater vest with linen shorts for the perfect summer brunch look.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
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This one adds softness, shine, and hydration, while strengthening the hair and protecting against heat.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
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“Libidos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/libidos. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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