- present tense form of stereotype (3rd person singular).
- plural of stereotype.
stereotypes
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But ultimately, the 29-year-old Boston College law student said he hopes to embody the kind of sharp-elbowed altruism that makes the city unique—and to dispel some of the more unsavory stereotypes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026
He created The Mitte Foundation as well, to support philanthropic efforts and community initiatives, using his platform "to challenge stereotypes and promote greater representation for people with disabilities", Reilly said.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
Whiteman also highlights the value of existing programmes such as "Primary Futures", which bring in volunteers from different professions into schools to "challenge stereotypes and raise aspirations".
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
The installation was meant to challenge Muslim stereotypes while making a subversive nod to the bread as a famous French symbol.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
Why would these young men openly endorse and perpetuate the very stereotypes that are invoked to justify their second-class status, their exclusion from mainstream society?
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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