demographics
Americannoun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of demographics
First recorded in 1965–70; see origin at demographic, -ics
Example Sentences
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After accounting for factors such as age, sex, and demographics, the analysis showed that glucosamine use was associated with a 25% greater likelihood that patients with MCI would later develop dementia.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
While there’s no comprehensive data charting prophylactic mastectomies among young people, some surgeons described shifts that have led to changes in their patient demographics.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Gen Z workers like hybrid work the most, according to a Gallup poll of workers between the baby boomer and Gen Z demographics.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Johnson said the shifting demographics are coming from both the young and the old.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Paul had once told me about how the city’s demographics had changed over the last thirty years, and why that mattered for his job.
From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds
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