orientation

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And so the orientation of African Americans, Chinese immigrants, or any immigrants to the United States, the goal is to gain legal citizenship.

From Slate • Mar. 16, 2026

Department of Housing and Urban Development has for years interpreted the law as banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

"Criminalising same-sex conduct and arresting people for their sexual orientation violates multiple internationally protected rights, including equality and non-discrimination."

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

By analyzing the reflected light, they could determine the orientation of the electron spins.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

But I decide, in the spirit of caution and inquiry, to attend the Wal-Mart orientation anyway.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich