12 Racist Phrases You Didn’t Know Were Offensive

"Indian giver" – An offensive term implying someone who gives something with the expectation of getting it back

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"Chinese fire drill" – A term describing chaotic or disorganized behavior, which is offensive due to its racist origins

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"Gypped" – Derived from "Gypsy," this term is offensive and derogatory towards Romani people, implying dishonesty or cheating

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"Crack the whip" – While not inherently racist, it can be insensitive due to its historical associations with slavery and exploitation.

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"Redskin" – An outdated and offensive term for Native Americans, now widely recognized as derogatory

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"Oriental" – Considered outdated and offensive when referring to people of Asian descent; "Asian" is preferred

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"Eskimo" – An outdated term; "Inuit" or "Alaska Native" is preferred when referring to indigenous peoples of the Arctic

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"Master" (in contexts like "master bedroom") – Though not always recognized as offensive, it can have racial connotations related to slavery

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