The meaning of Barbie: 16 ways we think about the iconic doll - The Washington Post
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Post writers search for the meaning of Barbie, a toy that's fascinated Americans since 1959.
Post writers search for the meaning of Barbie, a toy that's fascinated Americans since 1959.
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Barbie': A candy-colored confection of knowing humor and sharp
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Barbie' Cast, Plot Details, and Release Date
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Barbie's billion-dollar box office validates Greta Gerwig's vision
Barbie Is a Feminist Icon and the Role Model Little Girls Need Today
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How Golden Globe-Nominated 'Barbie' Took Over Fashion This Year
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Barbie's global domination: Exactly how Mattel pulled it off
Mattel retools Barbie doll for kids as young as 3 - Los Angeles Times
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Is Barbie Jewish? The complex Jewish history of the doll
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Opinion As a feminist mom, I welcome Barbie to my Dreamhouse
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Why Midge, Barbie's controversial best friend, is due for a comeback