tokenism

Example Sentences

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But many have criticised the move as tokenism.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025

Opponents say it would be divisive and hand excessive powers to the body, while others have described it as tokenism and toothless.

From Reuters • Sep. 11, 2023

These days, things are far from equitable, but in most of the culture, female representation has grown well past the Smurfette-style tokenism.

From Salon • Jul. 18, 2023

That led to a culture of tokenism, which I take full responsibility for.

From New York Times • May 17, 2023

“Everything Everywhere All at Once” star Michelle Yeoh discusses tokenism, aging, her dangerous early-career stunts and why she prays every night for an Oscar.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2023