ageism

Example Sentences

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I think ageism is as much a problem in our national conversation as sexism.

From Washington Post

I hope to follow in her footsteps, and I hereby deputize readers to become ageism stigma busters.

From Los Angeles Times

Yet there are also public concerns about Biden's mental fitness, and while some of that criticism may be dismissed as ageism, many believe there are legitimate concerns.

From Salon

In China, as in many parts of the world, ageism has long made those topics taboo; in Chinese society in particular, many older people are expected to put the needs of younger generations first.

From New York Times

I’m experiencing targeted passive aggressive behavior such as ageism and isolation.

From New York Times