ageism

Example Sentences

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In the case of older women, ageism and misogyny sometimes coalesce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Of course, not everyone can keep working that long due to factors including physically demanding jobs, ageism, layoffs, caregiving responsibilities or their own health needs.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 16, 2025

Meanwhile, ageism can create biases that limit older peoples’ participation in disaster planning, leading to programs insufficiently tailored to their needs.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2025

Current and former governments have agreed on the need for more diverse volunteers to avoid perceived discrimination or ageism.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2025

For younger folks, having friends outside their generation may help reduce both internal and external ageism, and address feelings of isolation and loneliness.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2024