The internet slang term “token” refers to someone who is the only member of a particular group or community, often chosen to represent diversity or inclusivity. It can also refer to a person who is used to demonstrate or show off a specific characteristic or identity.
Examples:
1. In an online gaming community, Sarah was the token girl amongst a group of male players. She was chosen to represent female gamers, symbolizing inclusivity in a predominantly male-dominated environment.
2. During a team meeting at work, John felt like he was the token member of the LGBTQ+ community. His colleagues often turned to him whenever any LGBTQ+ issues or discussions came up, expecting him to represent the entire community.
Using token in sentences:
Marissa often felt like she was the token African-American in her group of friends, as they regularly asked her for her opinion on racial issues.
In the marketing campaign, the company used a diverse group of actors, but Sonia felt like she was just a token Asian person included for the sake of appearing inclusive.
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