as in masculinity
the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men
their annual guys-only hunting trip is a celebration of macho
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Recent Examples of macho
David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
An ode to Arnold Palmer The rally, at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, named for the late champion pro golfer, was a macho and, at times, off-color affair.
—Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 20 Oct. 2024
Mary Grace Granados, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Rather than finding redemption, however, Corby—unable to shed his macho tendencies—continues to suffer because of his own recklessness.
—Eric Magnuson, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Lots of macho blather follows about Sergei and Dmitri being soft and needing to become men.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
An ode to Arnold Palmer The rally, at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, named for the late champion pro golfer, was a macho and, at times, off-color affair.
—Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 20 Oct. 2024
Adjective
In the spring, Garrison starts tomatoes and other plants in the greenhouse, and her collection of citrus trees, hibiscus, macho ferns and Australian tree ferns make their home there in the winter.
—Mary Grace Granados, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Rather than finding redemption, however, Corby—unable to shed his macho tendencies—continues to suffer because of his own recklessness.
—Eric Magnuson, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for macho
Noun
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Adapted from Antonio Scurati’s novel, the series delves into the darker aspects of Mussolini’s character, illustrating how his toxic masculinity and exploitation of fear led to his ascent, while inviting viewers to reflect on the broader implications of his story in today’s political landscape.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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In a quintet of fine performances, his stands out in this moment so removed from when Becky Shaw debuted (2008 was not bursting at the seams with essays on our crisis of masculinity).—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Cowboy hats, jeans, a lot of alcohol and bull riding combine into a special mix of hypermasculine rituals at Mexican rodeo shows.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
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Jaripeo is a feature hybrid documentary that journeys to Michoacán’s hypermasculine rodeos.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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For example, the sophisticated mindset included sophisticated, elegant, classy, formal and fancy; the masculinity mindset included masculine, tough, confident, manly and strong; and the party mindset included energetic, outgoing, fun, like partying and like celebrating.—
Logan Pant,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2026
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The journal inspired the 2019 BBC drama Gentleman Jack, the nickname locals gave Lister for acting in what was deemed a manly way.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Jews arguably enjoyed more rights in America than anywhere else in modern times, but they were still excluded from institutions of masculine camaraderie.—
Miriam Eve Mora,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2026
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By combining elements of traditional masculine dressing with the traditionally feminine ballet flat, brands are participating in the trend without alienating shoppers.—
Jack Stanley,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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After a faculty party one night, Martha invites the college’s virile new biology professor, Nick, and his vapid wife, Honey, over for a wee-hours drink.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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Through the 2010s Vijay gradually refined his socially conscious roles with a macho, virile energy that accelerated his superstardom.—
Gitanjali Roy,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Police said the second male stabbing victim initially ran from the scene, but officers later found him and applied a tourniquet that helped save his life.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Her account illuminates the role of royal women as advisers, managers of court affairs, and participants in diplomatic life—a dimension of Mughal history largely absent from accounts penned by male authors.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Macho.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/macho. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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