stereotype

Example Sentences

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Although some have decried Minnesota nice as a myth or a tourism marketing tactic, I can attest that this stereotype has strong roots in reality.

From Salon

But this pursuit of authenticity can end up reinforcing stereotypes.

From The Wall Street Journal

The "Speed Does Africa" tour has been watched around the world, with many praising it for helping to break stereotypes about the continent and showcasing numerous African cultures to the world.

From BBC

He desperately didn’t want to seem like exactly what he appeared to be just then: a stereotype.

From Literature

Traitors finalist Jack Butler has revealed he planned to use Essex stereotypes to get ahead in the hit BBC One show.

From BBC