stereotypical

Example Sentences

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These had to feel like real people with stereotypical flair, teenagers who were boxed into a category simply because that’s what high school social politics demand.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Usually engaged in anodyne activities, they present idealized versions of childhood: full of stereotypical sweetness, innocence and light.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

He says the film gave the brothers an opportunity to challenge stereotypical representations of Nigeria.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

"Queer characters are often flat, one-sided and stereotypical," but the leads in "Heated Rivalry" are "complex," he said.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

In his well-trimmed beard and dark master’s robe, he still reminded me of the stereotypical evil magician that appears in so many bad Aturan plays.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss