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But do you not understand that while writing a sentence, it is not the job of the writer to tip toe around the reader's possible negative life experience? It wo
by alexbanks 10y ago
But do you not understand that while writing a sentence, it is not the job of the writer to tip toe around the reader's possible negative life experience? It would be near impossible to write about anything if that were the case.
Example: In your post you used the phrase "bad memories." I have bad memories of something that happened a week ago. Thus, your post is offensive (by your reasoning).
Ultimately if you're speaking appropriately (as in, not using slang), it is the job of the reader to perceive context correctly.
- senthil_rajasek 10y agoA good writer has the responsibility of choosing the correct word. That's what makes them good. I apologize if my use of some words offended you. My reasoning is that words that trigger specific memories and experiences in a person are more hurtful. The world is not a perfect place but it is constantly changing and evolving. I keep working hard to use words that are not hurtful.
- mildbow 10y agoSure. But a good writer does not mean an inoffensive one. If pressed, I would even argue that the opposite is that case. You are so off the mark that you must be trolling or "receded".
- senthil_rajasek 10y agoBeing offensive is certainly a choice but not on this forum if I remember the rules correctly. I am not trolling, I am merely saying that a good writer should take responsibility for his choice of words.
- alexbanks 10y agoThey did, by keeping the word and bailing on the host.
- DanBC 10y agoYou're going to fucking hate what the English call canola oil.
- senthil_rajasek 10y agoMy points are in the American context and not meant for the old world.