Word: stigmas
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...addition to dealing with the exhaustion of daily life, many women have to face the social stigma of divorce. Not only are divorced women left with unequal responsibility for raising their children, but they also face a marginal social life and a small chance for remarriage. The prevalence of divorce (the rate is 50 percent) does not reduce the "tainted" image of Hungarian divorcees. Both unmarried and divorced men crave young, virginal wives and think themselves failures if they don't succeed in acquiring...
...move homeless people into permanent housing, do not isolate them. City officials must resist the temptation to congratulate themselves with signs on the buildings, like those that have appeared in New York City, that in essence announce that this is where formerly homeless people live. Homelessness carries a terrible stigma, particularly for children. Its veterans must be allowed to return to the community without carrying that stigma with them...
...Crimson is promoting divisiveness and stereotyping. We have always acknowledged the achievements of truly accomplished student-athletes and legacies. It is the admissions office which creates the stigma associated with these groups by admitting marginally qualified athletes and legacies who tar others with the perception of "dumb jocks" and "rich alumni kids...
...more than welcome to come in. Not only would the authorities take care of his visa; they would also confirm plane tickets, provide him with a hotel and meals, set him up with a guide. And since so many countries regard a North Korean stamp as a stigma, they would give him a detachable visa that he could throw away as soon as he left...
...right one used to be associated with prostitutes on the Indian subcontinent," says Shehabudding. "There's less of a stigma attatched to the left...