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Swear like a philosopher
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
The Linguistic Flexibility of Swear Words
Exploring the dual nature of swear words as both verbs and intense expressions, this chapter highlights their versatility in language as demonstrated by linguist James McCauley and Anthony Burgess. It discusses how swear words can be creatively incorporated into conversation and their effectiveness in conveying emotions in communication.
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