stigma

Example Sentences

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But even at its height, the form carried a certain stigma.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Within South Asian communities, Asiya says younger people are keen to break the stigma associated with infertility and miscarriages.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

They say the schemes prey on fear of the legal system and the social stigma that comes with being associated with criminal investigations, trapping even highly educated professionals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

In fact, Donovan’s courage in confronting the stigma of mental health in professional sports likely made the journey easier for those who followed.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

There is absolutely nothing abnormal or surprising about a severely stigmatized group embracing their stigma.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander