underrepresentation
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Plaintiffs may no longer prevail simply by showing historical or statistical disparities or underrepresentation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
The team in a report released this week cautioned that these gaps need to be addressed to “avoid creating a self-reinforcing cycle of biases, underrepresentation and weaker productivity gains.”
From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026
The new strategy also identified a significant underrepresentation in female jockeys, with only 25% of jockeys being women despite them making up 70% of racing school students and 50% of racing staff.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
López’s response to underrepresentation extends beyond opening doors.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026
The agency has also sued employers for race and national origin discrimination, pointing to underrepresentation of Black, white, Latino, and Asian employees, in different cases.
From Slate • Feb. 10, 2025
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