stereotype

Example Sentences

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defied that stereotype on Sunday by leading her Liberal Democratic Party to a sweeping victory in the lower house of Parliament.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

It was unfair to associate all fans with what happened that day, but it perhaps reinforced a long-held stereotype of what England supporters were like for some.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

"There is a persistent stereotype about winter fuel costs - you tend to call to mind an older couple or a pensioner couple," he added.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

They are helping destroy the stereotype that City Section football is lacking in talent.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2025

“Maybe we should just do the stereotype threat thing. We’ve got a solid argument there.”

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone