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Mikah
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22 Apr 2021, 7:44 am

I once heard swearing described as "a formerly useful intermediate between discussion and violence". Formerly useful because people swear so much these days that it no longer elicits shock in anyone except sheltered 7 year olds.


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22 Apr 2021, 9:57 am

Swearing is proven to reduce stress during a frustrating moment.


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