second-class

Example Sentences

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For much of its history printmaking has been relegated to second-class citizenship, with works that are viewed as less than equal to one-offs in other media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

It was at a few after-hours music jam sessions with his co-workers that they got to talking about how in the world of AI audio had become “a second-class citizen.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

That followed an investigation by Ofcom after Royal Mail missed its targets for both first and second-class post in 2024-25.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

We are fortunate to have warriors like Crenshaw who refuse to accept second-class status.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

"I said closer, boy! Come here and put these famous cheeses in my lap. For how do I know that I am not being cheated? Fobbed off with second-class goods?"

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda