as in sectarianism
stubborn or intolerant adherence to one's opinions or prejudices
a group whose mission is to oppose intolerance and extremism
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Recent Examples of intolerance
For this reason, people who have celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or gluten intolerance should avoid barley.
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Kathi Valeii Published, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
While some people may benefit from the vitamin C and bromelain in pineapple, others have an allergy or intolerance to pineapple that makes eating it harmful.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
Those with an intolerance should consult a healthcare provider before consumption.
—Larell Scardelli, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
Corn is a gluten-free option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
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Kathi Valeii Published, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
While some people may benefit from the vitamin C and bromelain in pineapple, others have an allergy or intolerance to pineapple that makes eating it harmful.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
Those with an intolerance should consult a healthcare provider before consumption.
—Larell Scardelli, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
Corn is a gluten-free option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for intolerance
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“Intolerance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intolerance. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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