forbidden words: equal opportunity

 equal adj.

1. as great as; the same as (often followed by to or with ):
   The velocity of sound is not equal to that of light.
2. like or alike in quantity, degree, value, etc.; of the same rank, ability, merit, etc.:
   two students of equal brilliance.
   Synonyms: correspondent, coordinate, commensurate, proportionate
   Antonyms: different
3. evenly proportioned or balanced:
   an equal contest.
4. uniform in operation or effect:
   equal laws.
   Synonyms: invariant, regular, uniform, even
5. adequate or sufficient in quantity or degree:
   The supply is equal to the demand.
6. having adequate ability, means, or other characteristics: Their English boots were not equal to the rigors of a Canadian winter.
   He was equal to the task.
   Their English boots were not equal to the rigors of a Canadian winter.
   Synonyms: fitted, suited
   Antonyms: inadequate
7. tranquil or undisturbed:
   to confront death with an equal mind.
8. impartial or equitable.
9. Archaic. having an even surface; level:
   the treeless, equal plains.

from — Dictionary.com | Meanings & Definitions of English Words. (2025i). In Dictionary.com.

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opportunity n.

1. an appropriate or favorable time or occasion:
   Their meeting afforded an opportunity to exchange views.
2. a situation or condition favorable for attainment of a goal.
3. a good position, chance, or prospect, as for advancement or success.

from — Dictionary.com | Meanings & Definitions of English Words. (2025i). In Dictionary.com.

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equal opportunity n. ; the aggregation of policies and practices in employment and other areas that do not discriminate against people on the basis of race, skin color, age, sex, gender, national origin, religion, or mental or physical disability.
— adj.

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example sentences: equal opportunity

An equal opportunities employer, then, for the great and the good.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)

An equal opportunities policy is not a legal requirement but is extremely helpful in defending against discrimination claims.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)

But what about so-called equal opportunities?
Miller, Maureen Double Income No Kids Yet? (1989)

The Army has an equal opportunities policy.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)

The laws may have been decreed, but women still do not have equal pay, equal job security or equal opportunities in many fields.
Gifford, Zerbanoo The Golden Thread – Asian experiences of post-Raj Britain (1990)

The most effective way of getting this message across is to implement a policy of equal opportunities.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)

The service began to advertise jobs and billed itself as an equal opportunities employer.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)

from — collinsdictionary.com

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May 30, 2025
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