Example sentence: Racism was a ____ in the Elizabethan Era.
I'm looking for a word/phrase that works with "breaking". I was considering "social norms" but it doesn't really mean what I want it to convey.
Even if it doesn't work with "breaking", I'd be happy to hear your suggestions anyway!
Best Answer
Perhaps not fully applicable, but zeitgeist should get a nod:
Example:
The Zeitgeist of the Elizabethan Era included an acceptance of racism.
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