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object of pity



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Q. Not an object of pity: I am a straight cis woman in my early 30s.

From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2019

As such, the transition from comic relief to object of pity never breaches the “us” and “them” divide, and James is doubly shunned for the sake of Mildred’s character development.

From The Guardian ● Jan. 31, 2018

“We’re not a burden on America or a stain on America, or an object of pity or charity for America,” the president added.

From New York Times ● Sep. 24, 2016

We’re not a burden on America, or a stain on America, or an object of pity or charity for America.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 24, 2016

I hated being the object of pity in my own home.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad


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