exclusionist

noun

ex·clu·sion·ist | \ ik-ˈsklüzh-nist

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Definition of exclusionist

: one who would exclude another from some right or privilege

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Throughout his presidential campaign, Trump blended classic exclusionist and nationalist-egalitarian themes. — Reihan Salam, Slate Magazine, "Why Donald Trump is losing the battle to restrict immigration.," 30 Jan. 2017 To nationalist egalitarians, classic exclusionists are a noxious force. — Reihan Salam, Slate Magazine, "Why Donald Trump is losing the battle to restrict immigration.," 30 Jan. 2017

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exclusionary rule

exclusion clause

exclusion principle

exclusive disjunction

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