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Daily Discussion Thread: Sat 19 Aug 2023 (aussie.zone)

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[–] Thornburywitch@aussie.zone 4 points 1 year ago

The phrase does seem to be developing that meaning - that is, adversely affected by hormone fluctuations. Still functions as a general put down. cf. on the rag, baby brain, etc. Back in my youth, it was a way to dismiss post-menopausal women from consideration, while doing a bit of 'respect' for their age.