menstrual cycle
noun
: the cycle of physiological changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next
Examples of menstrual cycle in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Promotes Fertility in Women and Men Some research suggests that inositol impacts gonadotropin, the hormone that regulates the menstrual cycle and triggers ovulation.
—
Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025
The Barnetts claimed, not long after bringing her home, that Natalia was not the age reflected on her birth certificate, because Natalia allegedly had pubic hair, a menstrual cycle and a mental illness.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
First of all, estrogen is a factor that affects sleep throughout most of our lives, starting with our menstrual cycles—not just leading up to menopause.
—Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 14 Mar. 2025
During this time, levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone can fluctuate, leading to mood swings, irregular menstrual cycles and other symptoms such as depression.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for menstrual cycle
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025
The Barnetts claimed, not long after bringing her home, that Natalia was not the age reflected on her birth certificate, because Natalia allegedly had pubic hair, a menstrual cycle and a mental illness.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
First of all, estrogen is a factor that affects sleep throughout most of our lives, starting with our menstrual cycles—not just leading up to menopause.
—Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 14 Mar. 2025
During this time, levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone can fluctuate, leading to mood swings, irregular menstrual cycles and other symptoms such as depression.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for menstrual cycle
Cite this Entry
“Menstrual cycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual%20cycle. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share