stereotypes

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The performers do polished work, although their characters are somewhat, um, bloodless stereotypes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“A lot of the stereotypes of the West Coast are surfer boy or doesn’t take it seriously,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

"A dedicated broadcast slot for women's football would provide consistent coverage, grow audiences and challenge persistent gender stereotypes."

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

There’s plenty of furtive gags like this throughout “Up in Smoke”: police incompetence, absent parents, anti-war rhetoric and racial stereotypes that function as satire.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

Social pressures, stereotypes, and changing attitudes and perspectives can inhibit inclusion and lead to exclusionary practice.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin