stereotype
Example Sentences
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She thinks there is a stereotype of what a prepper looks like, but in reality there is a spectrum.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defied that stereotype on Sunday by leading her Liberal Democratic Party to a sweeping victory in the lower house of Parliament.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026
Although some have decried Minnesota nice as a myth or a tourism marketing tactic, I can attest that this stereotype has strong roots in reality.
From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026
"There is a persistent stereotype about winter fuel costs - you tend to call to mind an older couple or a pensioner couple," he added.
From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026
As a public school kid, I had to fight against that stereotype.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.