politically correct

Example Sentences

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“This lexicon gives a humorous and precise overview of the most important words and phrases of politically correct newspeak,” the back cover of Klaus Rainer Röhl’s Politisch Korrekt von A bis Z from 1995 promises.

From Slate • Jan. 5, 2025

The words are as famous as her, although she now muses, “Today I’m not even sure that it’s politically correct to say that.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2024

Daub spoke with Salon about his book and whether it's "politically correct" to want your bánh mì to taste like a real bánh mì.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2024

Language once considered hostile has become common, sometimes precisely because it runs counter to politically correct sensibilities.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2024

He’s always saying that he doesn’t see the color of a man’s skin, but I know that’s just politically correct talk.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick