Re: the Sedin "sisters"
It is the intent, more than the exact word, that determines that this is misogynistic.
The female word is used in a disparaging way, as if to imply that women are weaker/inept/incapable. It is the same as calling something "gay" to disparage is homophobic.
Granted, this is the sort of thing I used to do, until I learned more/talked to more people and understood the impact of language.
EDIT: looks like Jiri and I were thinking the same thing and posting at the same time
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