narrowness

noun

Definition of narrownessnext
as in intolerance

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  1. intolerance
  2. bigotry
  3. segregation
Noun
  • Advocates of raw milk make other arguments too: that skipping the pasteurization process can cure lactose intolerance, prevent osteoporosis, and provide superior nutrition, all claims the FDA and others dispute.
    Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
  • And here’s a bonus for travelers with celiac or gluten intolerance: this ancient bread is naturally gluten free.
    Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of intolerance
Noun
  • First and perhaps most importantly, connect and reconnect with people who share our values — who want a decent society, who reject bigotry, who treat people equally and respectfully, who seek social justice, and who keep in mind the common good.
    Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Unfortunately, incidents like this reveal a troubling hypocrisy from the radicalized political left, which frequently accuses those on the right of bigotry and intolerance without evidence.
    Stepheny Price, Fox News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of bigotry
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  • Due to racial segregation, Black soldiers had only two options for entertainment venues close to Camp Robinson: Washington Avenue in North Little Rock and West Ninth Street in downtown Little Rock.
    Helaine Williams, arkansasonline.com, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The specialized high schools, known as crown jewels of the city’s school system, have failed to admit a diverse group of students and been seen as a symbol of school segregation.
    Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of segregation
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