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stereotype

[ster-ee-uh-tahyp, steer-] / ˈstɛr i əˌtaɪp, ˈstɪər- /




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And while it could be easy to write Maddy off as the exact stereotype Levinson wanted to steer Demie away from, the reality was more complex.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

“We said, ‘Let’s push back against that stereotype as much as possible.’”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

He was living a very different life to the stereotype of a footballer - Whiteman didn't play golf and would ride his bike or get the train to training.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Women veterans can take that concern or stereotype off the table.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

It’s so perfectly Texas, and yet, completely beyond the stereotype.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy




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