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Recent Examples of conformism
The brutality of conformism, the draining of romantic love, the disavowal of human eroticism and desire—these are the tenets of the society that Singh and Musteata have drawn, with an impish humor, a society that must smell rank, given the interdiction against clean teeth.
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2025
Hegemons use consent and conformism (coercion) to maintain power.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 Sep. 2025
The New Yorker, New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2025
Hegemons use consent and conformism (coercion) to maintain power.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conformism
Noun
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Mounting evidence of rogue AI Evidence of rogue AI does not come as a shock to some of the companies whose chatbots have defied subordination.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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More subtly, the subordination of property rights reflected in the empty homes tax measure could spread.—
Kevin Cole,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Carlson-Wee introduces himself to Wood with the sweet docility of a young boy meeting his hero.—
Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
17 Mar. 2026
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The same goes for docility, often characterized as a near neighbor of meekness.—
Timothy J. Pawl,
The Conversation,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The show also distinguished itself in its willingness to tackle complex social and existential realities.—
Jean Garnett,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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That willingness to improve has impressed Overstreet the most so far this spring camp.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That reflects an unserious passivity that permeates every level of the Sky organization.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The three goals following Erling Haaland’s penalty showcased Liverpool’s passivity and, at times, apparent lack of desire.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Having spent much of his adult life in the Order of St Augustine, whose friars and sisters take vows of poverty, chastity and obedience with a focus on unity and community, his priorities are unity and building bridges.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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To become registered, dogs must be at least 1 year old, be in good health, know basic obedience skills and be comfortable interacting with people.—
Mikayla Bunnell,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Such a policy would bring the department into compliance with state law.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Before publishing, journalists reviewed this content in compliance with McClatchy Media’s AI policy.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But as the sexist and racist nature of the MAGA machine has gained mainstream acquiescence if not acceptance, the need to keep up the appearance of diversity is less and less.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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Moss’ dour expression, over-relied upon for silent exposition throughout six seasons, conveys terror in the here and now, as well as for a future where fear is replaced by acquiescence.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
2 Apr. 2026
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Despite his relative passiveness, Brighton’s collective structure is strong.—
Matt Pyzdrowski,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Conformism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conformism. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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