sexism
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This follows Kick It Out - which works to fight racism, sexism and homophobia in football - receiving the highest number of reports of discrimination, external last season.
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
She turned her attention toward two of her most deeply held interests, which had sharpened in focus after the Palisades fire: community-oriented work, and the pervasive problem of sexism in American culture.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026
Following the conclusion of the tribunal, a spokesperson for the GMC said: "There is no place for antisemitism, sexism or misogyny in medicine, and we will always seek to strike off doctors for such conduct."
From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026
Overall, Democrats and independents show rising racial progressiveness across age—but no similar generational shift on sexism.
From Slate • Jan. 6, 2026
“What if we have a school-wide discussion on diversity? We could show our videos and discuss issues like racism, sexism, and homophobia related to current events, like the Black Lives Matter movement or celebrating Pride.”
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
Vocabulary lists containing sexism
10 Words to Use When Talking About Sexism in Hollywood
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"The Americans: Reconstruction to the 21st Century," Vocabulary from Chapter 23
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