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Originally Posted by chezlaw
No. I objected to it because I didnt find it obscure at all. That's exactly how it was commonly used when I was growing up. If that's changed and I'm now wrong then I will change the ruling.
I take you disagreeing with me on this as pretty strong evidence that I'm wrong but I'd like to hear more from others (and will read up on it a bit)
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Originally Posted by BroadwaySushy
It was common usage when I was growing up as well.
This is more in line with a philosophical debate. Saying something was "******ed" when I was growing up was everyday language. People were not offended, at least in the way they are now, no one thought anything of it. The same thing as describing something as "gay".
That being said, we must recognize the fact that language changes over time and phrases or words mean different things during different eras. Just as the word "Paddy Wagon" (never thought about that word, did you?) may be perceived as very different years ago than it is today.
The question is, where and when do we draw the lines, and who makes that decision? That's why this forum has such a huge issue right now. When you let others define what is offensive, then everyone can simply claim they are offended.
Hence, why so many people are sick of political correctness. In my opinion, rightfully so.