demographics
Americannoun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of demographics
First recorded in 1965–70; see origin at demographic, -ics
Example Sentences
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In reality, as Slater notes, the demographics of who accesses psychotherapy show that the issue is often a matter of access, not will.
From Salon • May 18, 2026
Scientists are calling for more clinical trials to pin down the full effects of weight-loss drugs on muscle loss in different demographics.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
CEO Christine Barone highlighted strength in both existing and new markets throughout different periods of the day and customer demographics.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
“Overall, economic conditions are likely driving elevated unemployment among new graduates, while factors such as demographics and AI play a more limited role.”
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
When African Americans began to exercise their right to vote in the 1970s, there was deep concern among some prosecutors and judges about how the racial demographics in some counties would complicate their reelections.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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