stereotype

Example Sentences

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They are helping destroy the stereotype that City Section football is lacking in talent.

From Los Angeles Times

"I think it's really important in women's spaces that we don't stereotype," she said.

From BBC

Ms Fielding, now 41, said she was challenging "outdated stereotypes" about the condition, particularly that it only affects older people or people who smoke.

From BBC

The stories that are reported often rely on stereotypes and tropes — especially ones about Romani fortunetellers.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, the gesture triggered swift online backlash from some Hispanics, who saw it as playing to belittling stereotypes - proof that while outreach is important, failing to strike the right cultural tone can undermine such efforts.

From Washington Times