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Nick is homosexual. That person identifies as a homosexual. Nick is gay. He belongs to the LGBTQ+ community. The individual is gay. That gentleman identifies as a member of the queer community. Nick is a member of the LGBTQ+ community. That person is open about being a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Nick is gay. Nick openly embraces his gay identity.