"Oppression Olympics" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: First attested in 1993, see quotation below, but one source describes it as being in use "several years" before 1995. Attributions include unidentified students and Elizabeth V. Spelman. Head templates: {{en-noun|!|head=Oppression Olympics}} Oppression Olympics (plural not attested)
  1. (derogatory, slang, figurative) Competition between marginalized groups to be considered the most subject to oppression. Wikipedia link: Elizabeth V. Spelman Tags: derogatory, figuratively, no-plural, slang Categories (topical): Social justice

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