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I think you are comparing with "business English" instead of actual locally spoken/written English here...

• ivm 9y ago
  No, the one spoken with family and friends – it's still limiting. Profanities in English aren't diverse either.
  • sangnoir 9y ago
    > Profanities in English aren't diverse either English profanity feels unsatisfying/watered-down. I suspect overuse in pop-culture has worn away most of the taboo factor, making it less cathartic.
    • wbl 9y ago
      And of the seven words you can't say we mostly use three.