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What Is a Microaggression? 14 Things People Think Are Fine to Say at Work—but Are Actually Racist, Sexist, or Offensive
By Marguerite Ward and Rachel Premack — 2021
Since microaggressions are so subtle, it’s often hard to know if you’re committing one or if you’re on the receiving end.
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