Rebecca Roache, "For F*ck's Sake: Why Swearing Is Shocking, Rude, and Fun" (Oxford UP, 2023)
New Books in Sociology
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The Significance of Swearing
The chapter delves into the relationship between bias and swearing, highlighting the double standards in how different groups are judged for swearing. It also explores how swearing can provide a sense of empowerment for certain individuals and how different groups are perceived when they swear. The discussion extends to the positive aspects of swearing, its role in bonding and building trust, and its importance as a form of expression for teenagers asserting independence.
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