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noun
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In South Asia in particular, a culture of deference, traditional social norms and gender hierarchy often prevent youth movements from succeeding.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Queer politics, by contrast, encourages deviation from social norms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
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- codes of conduct
- societal expectations
- unwritten rules
Possible Antonyms
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- going against the grain
- unacceptable behavior
- breaking taboo
- social faux pas
