intolerance

Example Sentences

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Food allergies can cause mild or very serious reactions, which is different to a food intolerance.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

When governments allow themselves to be drawn into war by intolerance or the arrogance of power, they plant the seeds of resentment that yield more hatred and violence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

It actually worked—fasting allowed him to gradually introduce foods back into his diet, revealing a straightforward gluten intolerance, a condition that, indeed, can be linked to nasal issues.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

It’s a near-replica of a work shown at the Pompidou with the same solemn title, created to recognize those “physically maimed or mentally harmed” by doctrine and intolerance.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Twenty or thirty years from now, when we have accomplished world peace, when we have succeeded in ending racism and intolerance, the world will remember that the Freedom Writers kept their promise.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers