“chareidi was imposed on them by outsiders ” – from above.
What’s your proof?
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” It originated in Eretz Yisroel as a way to describe those who followed the Eidah HaChareidis….” – from “who-is-a-chareidi” thread
So the Eidah used the word “charaid” to describe themselves.
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You bring no proof and your words contradict.