Euphemisms are causing the English language to erode
* A euphemism is defined as a non-harmful phrase or word used to substitute another word or phrase that is seen as, in some way, unpleasant.
Noah M. Horwitz
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Euphemisms are causing the English language to erode
* A euphemism is defined as a non-harmful phrase or word used to substitute another word or phrase that is seen as, in some way, unpleasant.
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