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exclusionary

American  
[ik-skloo-zhuh-ner-ee] / ɪkˈsklu ʒəˌnɛr i /

adjective

  1. having the effect of excluding or shutting out someone or something.

    In wealthy suburbs with good schools, exclusionary zoning policies often block affordable housing development and keep out low-income people.


Etymology

Origin of exclusionary

exclusion ( def. ) + -ary ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.

From Los Angeles Times

“Describe any other exclusionary conduct on the part of Netflix that would reasonably appear capable of entrenching market or monopoly power,” the agency asked in the subpoena, sent to another entertainment company.

From The Wall Street Journal

Plus, the institutions say, it’s serving a more lofty goal: to democratize an art world that often feels exclusionary.

From The Wall Street Journal

The lawsuit had sought “permanent injunctive relief to end NASCAR’s exclusionary practices and restore competition in the relevant market,” as well as a large sum to cover legal fees and financial losses.

From Los Angeles Times

"Instead of openness, cooperation and outward focus, the environment has too often felt toxic, exclusionary and deeply disheartening."

From BBC