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minorities
1
a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society
- The festival celebrated the traditions of local minority populations.
- They discussed how to ensure equal opportunities for all, including minority members.
- The report highlighted the struggles of the minority in accessing resources.
- She advocates for the rights of minority groups.
- He is researching the history of minority communities in the area.
2
the smaller in number or less dominant part of a group or two parts
- The proposal was rejected by the minority of council members who disagreed with it.
- In many votes, the minority often has to compromise with the majority.
- The minority of students preferred the new curriculum, while the majority opposed it.
- Despite being in the minority, she continued to advocate for her ideas.
- The decision was influenced by the minority who voiced their concerns during the meeting.
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3
any age prior to reaching the legal age of adulthood
- She was still in her minority when she started her first job.
- During his minority, he lived with his parents and attended school.
- The inheritance was held in trust for her until she reached the end of her minority.
- The legal documents cannot be signed by individuals in their minority.
- He spent his minority studying and preparing for a career in law.
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