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Originally Posted by shakermaker
If they were being boisterous & invading your personal space then fair enough, but some people need to get a grip about this 'swearing' lark. It's only words!
'Swearing' is one of the most daft concepts in the English language.
It's absurd the way people take so much offence at it.
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Shaker, we all have things that we find offensive...and while they are only words, I DO find them offensive, because it is an indication that people do not respect my presence. I can understand swearing in an all male environment...or if you hit your thumb with a hammer...or if you are really, really angry about something and need to let off some steam......but to swear in the presence of women who you do not know - well I just find it offensive. I also think it shows a distinct lack of linguistic ability.
And it will ONLY become an acceptable part of everyday life if we choose to ACCEPT it - I do not.