as in sectarianism
stubborn or intolerant adherence to one's opinions or prejudices
the narrow-mindedness of some people prevents them from seeing that not all changes are for the worse
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Noun
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Jesus Land is about the dangers of religious extremism, authoritarianism, bigotry, and the power of love to overcome these dark forces.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 May 2025 -
The project educates students about the dangers of hatred and bigotry and the importance of standing against all forms of prejudice.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Keep in mind, drinking raw milk will not cure lactose intolerance, allergies, or asthma.—
Parents,
Parents,
9 May 2025
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For those with soy allergies or intolerance, this missing word on the cans’ packaging could be dangerous.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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“Narrow-mindedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/narrow-mindedness. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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