Germaine
Americannoun
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As Germaine Greer said: “The opposite of patriarchy is not matriarchy but fraternity.”
From Salon • Sep. 1, 2024
His death, at a hospice center, was confirmed by his daughter Leslie Germaine.
From New York Times • Mar. 23, 2024
Purdy then tried to improvise and threw a pass that Germaine Pratt deflected to himself for an interception.
From Washington Times • Oct. 30, 2023
Her fourth album, Universal Mother, featuring writing contributions from Germaine Greer and Kurt Cobain, failed to emulate the success of her earlier work.
From BBC • Jul. 26, 2023
“Really, it’s thanks to Sister Germaine for keeping such fastidious records, young mouse. Now, here’s where you’ll start.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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