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Aversive Racism

1. a type of racism that occurs when a person sees a statistic and doesn't immediately assume racism is the reason for it

2. a type of racism that occurs when a person brings up any legitimate or logical explanation as to why there might an inequity between two groups of races (mainly one has to be white), that isn't racism

3. a type of racism that occurs when someone is being a critical thinker; (thinking is a white construct)
It's aversive racism to suggest that Breonna Taylor was tragically killed by cops because they were defending themselves after her boyfriend started shooting them, and not because they were racist themselves.

Wal-Mart is leaving Chicago because A) they want to starve black neighborhoods, or B) they're getting shoplifted into oblivion. If you think the latter, you're committing aversive racism.

You think our racial backgrounds aren't why you make $350K a year but I only make $250K, but think it's because you got 3 PhDs and I became a construction worker? You're using your PhDs to commit aversive racism.
by WeWuzKayngz November 16, 2023
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loss aversion

(business psychology) Psychological trick/practice used in video-games, where players obtain items, but are later threatened to lose those items if they do not pay. This practice gave birth to more subtle battlepasses.
Yep, that game just took that seasonal premium item from me...dirty loss aversion tactic, I'm uninstalling this crap.
by ONG3N April 19, 2022
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Onion Aversion Derangement Syndrome (OADS)

A psychological condition characterized by an extreme and irrational aversion towards individuals who abstain from consuming onions. Individuals afflicted with Onion Aversion Derangement Syndrome (OADS) display symptoms of severe derangement, often exhibiting fits of frustration, anger, or rage when confronted with someone who declines food containing onions or inquires about its onion content. This syndrome manifests as an exaggerated emotional response, leading affected individuals to lash out or become agitated in situations involving onions or onion-related dietary choices.
Despite Sarah's best efforts to politely decline dishes containing onions, her colleague Betty often succumbs to Onion Aversion Derangement Syndrome (OADS), erupting into fits of frustration whenever Sarah's dietary preferences are mentioned.

Tom's Onion Aversion Derangement Syndrome (OADS) became evident at the dinner party when he aggressively berated his friend for refusing to taste the onion-laden appetizer.

Jenny's Onion Aversion Derangement Syndrome (OADS) reached a peak when her roommate opted not to order pizza with onions, prompting a vicious outburst about culinary preferences.

The online forum erupted into chaos when a user with Onion Aversion Derangement Syndrome (OADS) attacked another member when they suggested a recipe should not include onion, sparking an all caps meltdown about dietary choices.
by JohnsonMcsandwhich February 11, 2024
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