Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Yellow Peril.
Yellow Peril - as a noun
The threat to western civilization said to arise from the power of asiatic peoples
Example Sentences
"During the early 20th century, there was widespread fear in the West of the so-called 'yellow peril,' referring to the perceived threat of East Asian immigration."
"The concept of the yellow peril played a significant role in shaping immigration policies in many Western countries."
"Some politicians used fear of the yellow peril to gain popularity and promote discriminatory laws."
"Newspapers at the time often published articles promoting the idea of the yellow peril and stoked anti-Asian sentiment."
"The yellow peril rhetoric contributed to the rise of xenophobia and racism."
