menstrual cycle
noun
: the cycle of physiological changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next
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Just follow the same advice from the experts: Explain the changes of puberty and the menstrual cycle and be clear that this is a natural body function—not something to feel shame or fear about.
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Anna Earl, Parents, 14 July 2025
This ring is also great for anyone who is interested in tracking and understanding their menstrual cycle.
—Kristine Thomason, Vogue, 10 July 2025
Wimbledon eased restrictions in 2023, allowing women to wear darker shorts under skirts after several players expressed concerns about wearing white shorts during their menstrual cycle.
—Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
In a joint interview with PEOPLE, Coles revealed that the ladies on the show got so close, their menstrual cycles were synced at some point.
—Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 7 June 2025
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Anna Earl, Parents, 14 July 2025
This ring is also great for anyone who is interested in tracking and understanding their menstrual cycle.
—Kristine Thomason, Vogue, 10 July 2025
Wimbledon eased restrictions in 2023, allowing women to wear darker shorts under skirts after several players expressed concerns about wearing white shorts during their menstrual cycle.
—Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
In a joint interview with PEOPLE, Coles revealed that the ladies on the show got so close, their menstrual cycles were synced at some point.
—Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 7 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for menstrual cycle
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“Menstrual cycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual%20cycle. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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