as in class
one of the segments of society into which people are grouped
a member of the upper caste
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Recent Examples of caste
This census is also particularly controversial, including questions on respondents’ caste for the first time in nearly a century.
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Counter to the notion that a focus on caste and community is insular and, therefore, detrimental to business, Jayaraman embraces his heritage with a certain chutzpah and a largesse that makes customers return with their friends and family.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
That comes with his caste and class.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Peace is the creation of an environment where all can flourish regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, class, caste or any other social markers of difference.
—Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Counter to the notion that a focus on caste and community is insular and, therefore, detrimental to business, Jayaraman embraces his heritage with a certain chutzpah and a largesse that makes customers return with their friends and family.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
That comes with his caste and class.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Peace is the creation of an environment where all can flourish regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, class, caste or any other social markers of difference.
—Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caste
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Mike Leach, the larger-than-life coach credited with popularizing the Air Raid offense and transforming modern college football, has been nominated for the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame class just under four years after his death.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Sachs said classes would be in session on Thursday, with a mental health team and district staff on site for support.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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There is also a level of momentum that is gained very differently, going through the actual elimination challenges.—
Joelle Goldstein,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Jongno's gay bars are concentrated on the more discreet second-floor levels overlooking Pocha Street, above the heterosexual rabble.—
Anton Hur,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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“Caste.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caste. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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