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discrimination

[dih-skrim-uh-ney-shuhn] / dɪˌskrɪm əˈneɪ ʃən /




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“Fist of Fury” saw him opposing Japanese colonialism and discrimination.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

They did not ask the court to find that the entire system of separate boys’ and girls’ sports was unlawful discrimination.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2026

Under the Equality Act, religion or belief, including holding gender critical views, can be protected from discrimination.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

“Without major improvements in healthcare, job quality, scheduling practices, workplace safety and protection against age discrimination, a German-style reform would face substantial resistance here,” Ghilarducci said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

We pledge ourselves to liberate all our people from the continuing bondage of poverty, deprivation, suffering, gender, and other discrimination.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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