as in sectarianism
stubborn or intolerant adherence to one's opinions or prejudices
a deeply ingrained bigotry prevented her from even considering the counterarguments
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Recent Examples of bigotry
When bigotry takes root, what follows is a breakdown in the social contract that binds us as a nation.
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Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
Here was an international superstar transcending all manner of social and cultural bigotry while maintaining a raging habit.
—Henry Everingham, SPIN, 17 Oct. 2024
Musk has also faced widespread criticism from civil rights groups for the amplification of bigotry on the platform.
—Hugh Son, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2024
For Mayorkas, bigotry and prejudice are a top concern.
—Abc News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2024
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Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
Here was an international superstar transcending all manner of social and cultural bigotry while maintaining a raging habit.
—Henry Everingham, SPIN, 17 Oct. 2024
Musk has also faced widespread criticism from civil rights groups for the amplification of bigotry on the platform.
—Hugh Son, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2024
For Mayorkas, bigotry and prejudice are a top concern.
—Abc News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2024
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“Bigotry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bigotry. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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