invidious
Example Sentences
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As Louisiana argues, “race-based redistricting rests on an invidious stereotype: that all minorities, by virtue of their membership in their racial class, think alike and share the same interests and voting preferences.”
Sir Andy Cooke, His Majesty's Chief Inspector of Constabulary, said current legislation places police in an "invidious position" with "discretion and common sense" not always prevailing.
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In truth, the PGA of America put Bradley in an invidious position by appointing him long before his days at the top of the game are done.
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"The parents found themselves in a wholly invidious decision when they made the decision they made," she said.
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"I want to ensure that Disney and ABC have not been violating FCC equal employment opportunity regulations by promoting invidious forms of DEI discrimination," he said.
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