PREADOLESCENCES Synonyms: 16 Similar Words

preadolescences

noun

plural of preadolescence

as in girlhoods

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minorities

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Hatred toward minorities is not new in America, but the recent surge in hostility aimed at Indian Americans is staggering.

— Raja Krishnamoorthi, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
The chats included messages about killing communists, racial and religious minorities and other groups, as well as discussions of drunk driving and drug use.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026

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