Example Sentences

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Both populism and conspiracy theory are stigmatizing terms.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2021

Nearly 860,000 Madrid residents are already required to justify trips out of 37 neighborhoods, mostly working-class areas where locals have complained that the coronavirus restrictions are stigmatizing the poor.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 23, 2020

The measure has been met with protests from people who think the restrictions are stigmatizing the poor.

From Washington Times • Sep. 21, 2020

Opponents of HIV-disclosure laws say they are stigmatizing and outdated.

From US News • Nov. 17, 2015