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Expletive

usgb/ˈeksplətɪv/Volume
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Informal Usage

Expletives are informal and usually not suitable in professional or educational settings.

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He apologized for using an expletive during the meeting.
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Express Emotions

Expletives can show strong emotions, like surprise or pain, but can be offensive.

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She screamed an expletive as she saw the surprise party.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Be aware of the cultural context, as expletives vary in offensiveness across different societies.

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He was unaware that the expletive was harsher in the local language.
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