Thesaurus results for LOVEMAKING

lovemaking

noun

ˈləv-ˌmā-kiŋ

Definition of lovemaking

as in sex

sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis does not allow her young daughter to watch any films in which lovemaking is shown, however discreetly

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as in dating

the series of social engagements shared by a couple looking to get married a series of Rococo paintings in which the lovemaking of French aristocrats is depicted with erotic playfulness

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Recent Examples of lovemaking The two wind up crossing paths again and hooking up much more intensely, in a sweaty and passionate bout of lovemaking that sets the stage for a true romance. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026 In these numbers, Carter spares no detail in his approach to lovemaking. — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026 This arrangement might seem ill-suited for lovemaking, but surprisingly, the male simply reached across the barrier and got busy. — Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2026 This is a broad category of misbehaviors, ranging from excessive public displays of affection to actual lovemaking on the plane. — Christopher Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lovemaking

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Noun

Mu spent five Arctic summers in far-eastern Russia, where mating pairs each have their own territory.

— Rivka Galchen, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026
Fall foliage peaks here between late September and early October; this also aligns with elk mating time in the area.

— Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of mating

Noun

Single Americans who say income matters in a relationship expect a potential lifelong partner to earn an average of $139,000 a year, according to a new survey highlighting the growing role finances play in modern dating.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
That research also cautions against treating young adults as broadly sober, so wellness-first dating is better understood as alcohol-optional.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of dating

Noun

Addressing this prolonged trade conflict, Washington political news outlet POLITICO brought together four veteran journalists specializing in US-Canada relations and trade policy to analyze potential future trajectories.

— , CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Why do the Browns continue to have avoidable public-relations blunders?

— Zac Jackson, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of relations

Noun

But even there, romance novels can serve as a safe and healthy way for young (and not-so-young) people to explore their own desires.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
Founder Brian Pitt has a track record of successful book-to-screen adaptations, having produced both the After franchise — based on Todd’s books — and the Beautiful Disaster franchise, based on the New Adult romance books by Jamie McGuire.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of romance

Noun

They were written between the era of their courtship, starting in 1762, through their time as the second president and first lady up until 1801, spanning their few months in the new White House relocated to its current location in Virginia.

— Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
The story follows sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, played by Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles, who navigate courtship and sisterhood following the death of their father and a sudden change in their fortunes.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of courtship

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