Category: language
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Guys is only gender-neutral under patriarchy
How many words can you think of that are considered gender-neutral today that have historically been used to refer to women? If you think of one, please get in touch as we’re not aware of any. If we go the other direction, though, we don’t have to think for long: guys – As in, “Hey,…
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The only explanation of pronouns you’ll ever need. (Yes really!)
The only explanation of pronouns you’ll ever need. (Yes really!) We’ve seen many guides and had many questions about why respecting the pronouns of others is so important. We’ve also seen a lot of very patient people take the time, effort and emotional energy to explain this—sometimes more than once and sometimes to perfect strangers.…