use a stereotype

Frequency: 7.822.9 per million words

To apply a stereotype to a person or group.

stereotypeVERB + stereotype

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use

Examples (10)

  • It's wrong to use a stereotype to judge someone based on their appearance.
  • The media often tends to use stereotypes when portraying certain professions.
  • We must educate ourselves not to use stereotypes in our thinking.
  • Critics argued that the show tried to use a stereotype for comedic effect.
  • She was careful not to use any stereotypes when describing the different cultures.
  • Don't use a stereotype; get to know the person as an individual instead.
  • Many people unconsciously use stereotypes without realizing their impact.
  • The politician was accused of trying to use a stereotype to appeal to a specific voter base.
  • It's important to challenge those who use stereotypes to generalize about groups.
  • A truly inclusive society strives not to use stereotypes in any form.