Swearing
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University of Alberta studies the power of profanityA new University of Alberta study has found a few well-placed curse words can make online customer reviews more trustworthy to those reading the review.CanadaOct 4, 2022
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‘Sometimes’ OK to play songs containing f-word on French radio: broadcast councilThe panel agreed that even if the occasional f-word is acceptable, broadcasters should try to offer high-quality content and should consider playing edited versions of the songs.CanadaJun 8, 2022
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A gentle and careful history of the F-bomb in music from Alan CrossTake a break from COVID-19 coverage to explore the use of the F-word throughout musical history. (PG-style, of course, because what about the children, right?)CommentaryMay 17, 2020
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Cursing helps you crush your workout, experts sayDropping an F-bomb may enhance your gym performance, research shows.LifestyleOct 30, 2019
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West Kelowna dispute ensues after roofing crew asked to curtail cussingA West Kelowna family is “just trying to enjoy the rest of summer,” but says foul-mouthed workers are making doing so challenging.CanadaAug 27, 2019
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Manitoba RCMP to implement eagle feather option for swearing oathsManitoba's RCMP will be implementing a new eagle feather initiative.Jan 22, 2019
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Youth hockey coach fired after obscenity-laced pre-game tirade caught on cameraA Colorado youth hockey coach has been fired after video surfaced of his shocking, obscenity-laced pre-game “pep talk” to young players.WorldNov 10, 2017
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What your swearing says about youWe all try to control our language, but it's much easier to do that when you understand why it happens in the first place.LifestyleAug 7, 2017
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Police officer recorded swearing and dropping R-word to make fun of Sask. manPolice officer recorded swearing and dropping the "R" word to make fun of a Saskatchewan man, not realizing the voicemail had started recording.CanadaApr 6, 2017
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Who swears more at work, men or women?A new study looks at the swearing patterns in U.S. workplaces and how employees deal with colourful language at work.LifestyleOct 12, 2016
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