virginity

noun

Definition of virginitynext
as in virtue

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Recent Examples of virginity Then, later, with her childhood friend, their plan was to lose their virginity together, on the same bed, holding hands, one boy having sex with her, the other boy having sex with her friend. — Sheila Heti, New Yorker, 26 July 2026 Percy both has her first kiss and loses her virginity with him in the book, something Harris was deliberate in changing. — Arushi Jacob, Variety, 11 June 2026 In various efforts to have his older coworker (Steve Carell) finally lose his virginity, Rudd's electronics-store dude acts as both good friend and chaos agent. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 June 2026 Youth media had a specific fixation on virginity and chastity just then. — Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for virginity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for virginity
  1. virtue
  2. purity
  3. innocence
  4. honor
  5. modesty
Noun
  • We were inculcated with the importance of charity, love toward all, good works and humility, and urged to carry those virtues into adulthood.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • However, modern environments allow people to manufacture or amplify any positive signal (virtue signalling is the common term associated with cheap and fake signalling of virtues that are just meaningless or fake in substance).
    — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of virtue
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  • The new data from Chengdu confirms that cratonic sedimentary basins can also hold high-purity natural hydrogen deposits.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Michael offers a superb breakdown of various supplements, how to determine purity, and when to use them.
    — Diana Helmuth, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of purity
Noun
  • Statham plays a former Marine who has to prove his innocence after he’s framed for murdering his billionaire boss.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 23 Aug. 2026
  • For her, that’s enough to fully confront Pastor Nelson after trying to get through to Guthrie about Manny’s innocence doesn’t work.
    — Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of innocence
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  • As a freshman last season, Ehler racked up 298 digs, 196 kills and 57 aces for Andrean (16-16, 10-2), earning All-Northwest Crossroads Conference and all-district honors.
    — Noah Poser, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
  • During his illustrious career, Lucisano was honored with five David di Donatello awards, including a lifetime achievement honor in 2009, as well as four Nastri d’Argento Silver Ribbon awards.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of honor
Noun
  • The relentless state media campaign on the issue often cites prayer leaders who insist the hijab is part of Iranian cultural identity and that women should observe modesty.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • With quick feet, high IQ, and patience, Burkin carries a modesty that endears him to his teammates and coaches.
    — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of modesty

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