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double standard (n)

an ethical or moral code that applies more strictly to one group than to another

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an ethical or moral code that applies more strictly to one group than to another

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The boss held her female employees to a double standard, reprimanding them for minor errors while letting male employees slide.

The parents applied a double standard when punishing their children, being more lenient with their favorite son than their other kids.

The teacher was accused of having a double standard when grading, with some students receiving preferential treatment over others.

The company's dress code had a double standard, allowing male employees to wear casual attire while requiring female employees to dress formally.