What are some gendered words often changed into genderless , and does it annoy you?

What are some gendered words often changed into genderless , and does it annoy you?
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Das brot. The bread is considered gender neutral, because either can eat of it. But oranges are considered feminine as is most fruit. Not sure why.
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