Don Kulick's study of gendered meanings of the word no demonstrates that language in the U.S. cultural context objectifies women. How can the power of culture to shape the meaning of language have implications for men as well?

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Men in U.S. culture are often expected to be always willing and desiring of sexual advances, which can lead to a societal pressure to never refuse or say "no" to women's sexual initiatives, reflecting a specific cultural expectation and stereotype about male sexuality.

Don Kulick's Study of Gendered Meanings of the Word No