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Term: Expletives

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A profane or vulgar word or phrase, typically used to express strong emotions or as a form of emphasis.

Usage:

• He couldn't control his anger and let out a string of expletives.
• Some movies contain excessive expletives that may offend certain viewers.
• It is impolite to use expletives in formal conversations.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Expressing strong emotions or emphasizing something in a profane or vulgar manner.

Usage:

• The comedian's expletive humor had the audience roaring with laughter.
• I didn't appreciate his expletive language during the argument.
• The politician's speech was filled with expletive remarks which drew both criticism and support.

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