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Obstracism

Definition:

Obstracism is the act of excluding, ostracizing, or shunning someone or a group of people from social or community interactions as a form of punishment or social control.

Senses:

1. Verb: The act of intentionally excluding or shunning someone.
2. Noun: The state or condition of being ostracized.

Usages:

1. Popular Usage:

In popular culture, obstracism is often portrayed as a means of punishment used within school cliques or social circles to isolate or exclude individuals seen as different or unpopular.

Example Sentence: After spreading a false rumor about her classmate, Lisa found herself facing obstracism from her former friends.

2. Local Usage:

In some small communities, obstracism may be employed as a way to maintain social norms and enforce conformity within the community.

Example Sentence: The local community resorted to obstracism when one of their long-standing traditions was challenged by an outsider.

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