strong language

noun

: offensive words
The movie contains some strong language.

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His speech was marked by strong language criticizing Europe's governance, electoral systems and commitment to free expression. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025 Note: This program is for adults (18+) due to mature themes, violence and strong language. Mari Pressley, Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2025 He has been known to use strong language in his speeches, interviews and rallies. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025 The final communique also called out China’s aid to Russia with strong language, reflecting an ability to broaden hard-nosed US concerns about Chinese behavior to European allies that are not always willing to risk Beijing’s ire. Tribune News Service, Boston Herald, 12 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for strong language 

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“Strong language.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strong%20language. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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