active discrimination

Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words

Openly and deliberately treating someone unfairly.

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Examples (10)

  • The report uncovered clear evidence of active discrimination against job applicants from minority backgrounds.
  • The company was sued for engaging in active discrimination by refusing to promote qualified women.
  • Laws were passed to prevent active discrimination in housing and lending.
  • Historically, many clubs practiced active discrimination by openly barring people of certain religions.
  • Unlike subtle bias, active discrimination is a conscious and deliberate act of unfair treatment.
  • He was a victim of active discrimination when the manager told him they don't hire people over 50.
  • The government has pledged to combat all forms of active discrimination in public services.
  • Any employee found guilty of active discrimination will face immediate termination.
  • The sociological study aimed to measure the prevalence of active discrimination in the rental market.
  • It is illegal to engage in active discrimination on the grounds of disability.