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Dogen · Joined: 10 Jul 2006 Posts: 9297 Location: Bellingham, WA

Eeennh... this doesn't really deserve another page. Snorri and Monkey pretty much covered it. In the US cunt is pretty harsh, but especially in relation to an adorable child. I think the intent was noticeable (that the Oscars is basically one big basket of sour grapes dripping with venom and vitriol), but the execution was heavy-handed.
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Sojobo · Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Posts: 2393

One of my first experiences in an Aussie pub was to have a man beckon me over,

"Hey! Are you a gynecologist?"
"I'm sorry?"
"Are you a gynecologist?!"
"What?"
Pointing at his mate, "I was wondering if you could tell me what's wrong with this cunt over here!"

Not quite the same severity of taboo as in the states.
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Monkey Mcdermott · Joined: 10 Jul 2006 Posts: 2719

The real question is how many of you non-youessians use the word directed at a 9 year old girl?

I mean I playfully call my roommate fuckhead all the time, but I wouldn't direct the word at a third grader.
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Michael · Joined: 09 Jul 2006 Posts: 10431

I don't think anyone would think that was a very good idea. But it's still a long way from "shocking". Especially since it wasn't directed at her, but that part of the story is neatly set out in the article.
I dunno, I'd say for something to shock me it would have to have a lot more content (and cruel intent) than just swears.

Dogen · Joined: 10 Jul 2006 Posts: 9297 Location: Bellingham, WA

The US is more puritanical, though. We don't allow swearing or nudity on broadcast TV (I don't really follow the subject, but apparently now our FCC can't fine you for doing it, even though the rule is still in place). I don't find it shocking, but that doesn't mean many people here wouldn't.
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fritterdonut · Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2013 8:01 pm Post subject:

I don't really find the the word itself shocking. I've heard a hell of a lot worse applied to exam markers, professors, etc.

I do find it a little shocking that someone would use it given the context though. I am well acquainted with The Onion and I realize the kind of humor that they use, but this seems a little off-base for them.
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Lasairfiona · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 1:52 am Post subject:

Youesian context! I like to swear, I work in the metal working industry (and even though I am a girl, they do swear), and I watch all kinds of unsavory tv.

Cunt is only EVER used in writen erotica and the lesbian community (because they hate the word bitch). Ever. Is is an extremely shocking word to those in the US. Using the word cunt is an indicator of cruel intent in the US.
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Lasairfiona · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 1:55 am Post subject:

And yeah, when I saw the Onion wrote that I thought it was very out of character for them. They don't do bad taste (except when they do bad taste well... and this was not one of those times).
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Darqcyde · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 5:54 am Post subject:

DeD CHiKn · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 11:17 am Post subject:

Pint · Joined: 06 Apr 2012 Posts: 571

It's my favorite curse word because it is so offensive. I don't use it often, but whenever I do, I mean to offend.

trustedfaith · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 3:36 pm Post subject:

Hey guys... I would like to respond to those who quoted me, mouse and Sobojo. But I'm at work and I've been busy these last few days. I will tonight tho. Also hi! Smile

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Mikewee777 · Joined: 16 Nov 2007 Posts: 456 Location: 0_0

http://www.reddit.com/r/feminisms/comments/1501mk/getting_tired_of_the_big_bang_theory/

Dogen · Joined: 10 Jul 2006 Posts: 9297 Location: Bellingham, WA

Holy shit a reddit thread that isn't-- ohh, r/feminism. That explains it. If it were on the frontpage it would be drowned under a chorus of people saying, "OP is a fag."
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Darqcyde · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 11:09 pm Post subject: