as in to label
usually disapproving
to describe or regard (something, such as a characteristic or group of people) in a way that shows strong disapproval
a legal system that stigmatizes juveniles as criminals
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Recent Examples of stigmatize
He’s acknowledged having dark thoughts, moments of self-doubt, reinforcing the importance of mental health awareness in Black communities where these conversations are often stigmatized.
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Dr. Delvena Thomas, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2025
Divorce is more stigmatized in these cultures, and individuals are less likely to seek separation, even in unsatisfactory marriages.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Hirsch said there’s already shame surrounding BV, and categorizing BV as an STI may further stigmatize the condition.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2025
Critics of Trump and Musk hope to discourage and stigmatize purchases of vehicles from Tesla, the world’s most valuable automaker.
—Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2025
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Dr. Delvena Thomas, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2025
Divorce is more stigmatized in these cultures, and individuals are less likely to seek separation, even in unsatisfactory marriages.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Hirsch said there’s already shame surrounding BV, and categorizing BV as an STI may further stigmatize the condition.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2025
Critics of Trump and Musk hope to discourage and stigmatize purchases of vehicles from Tesla, the world’s most valuable automaker.
—Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2025
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President Trump, meanwhile, has labeled Tesla vandalism an act of domestic terrorism and threatened to send perpetrators to an El Salvador prison.—
Emily Forlini,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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Be sure that goods are correctly classified, valued, and labeled can prevent costly delays or fines.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The bill also gives the Office of the Secretary of Family and Social Services various requirements, including those to report specified Medicaid data to the Medicaid oversight committee.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Markle did not specify which of her pregnancies was followed by postpartum preeclampsia, but the conversation—a glimpse behind the curtain—is an honest and vulnerable one.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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Invoking Studio Ghibli, a Japanese animation firm that famously partners with Disney, Whittemore sort of blends the idea of branding visuals with model use in general.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The token, branded $TRUMP, has been criticized by ethics experts as a conflict of interest for the president since the company could likely benefit from his pro-crypto policies.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Safety advocates have designated April as a month for awareness of low-head dams and their dangerous currents, which contribute to 50 drownings a year in the United States.—
Troy Aidan Sambajon,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
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Trump has stepped up enforcement against transnational gangs, designating Tren de Aragua, MS-13 and six Mexican cartels as terrorist groups, citing murder, kidnapping, drug trafficking and other crimes.—
Andrew Goudsward and Ted Hesson,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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It wasn’t named in the companion antitrust cases of Hubbard or Carter, either.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Many have yet to be identified, while some are known in occupation but not name, including an Army captain, three Grupo Poular employees, a cardiologist, an architect, and a former United Nations officer.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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Marx himself would call DEI a classic case of ideology, a set of benign-seeming ideas that disguise the workings of the rulers, in this case empowered progressives.—
WSJ,
WSJ,
14 Feb. 2023
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Breakouts might call for the Salicylic + Green Tea Exfoliating Cleanser and Aloe + Algae Lightweight Gel Cream, whereas dry skin might crave a boost of moisture from the Hyaluronic + Arnica Hydrating Serum.—
Lisa DeSantis,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2023
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This configuration denotes a GMT-Master (or II) with a steel case, a brown or black dial, a gold bezel, a two-tone bezel insert in brown and gold, a gold crown, and a matching, two-tone bracelet.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
28 Mar. 2025
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Although there are no universal definitions for organizational culture, the term usually denotes the formal and informal behaviors or actions that are typically rewarded and sanctioned in a company.—
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Masters Betting Promos: First-Bet Offers For those who wish to tackle the tournament with a first-bet offer that pays back losing first wagers in bonus bets -- often termed no-sweat bets, safety nets and other similar names -- the following offers are worth checking out.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Another aspect to consider in discussions was what Wann termed ‘parachute payments’.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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