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We have a tendency in our culture to soften words. Thief has more emotional impact than “porch pirate”.
by serverholic 4y ago
We have a tendency in our culture to soften words.
Thief has more emotional impact than “porch pirate”.
- happytoexplain 4y agoI agree that "pirate" isn't an appropriate word in this case (though "porch pirate" is very specific and brief, at least), but I would say that we have a tendency in our culture (perhaps all cultures) to bend words in any direction based on our biases, whether that means making them softer or harsher.
- serverholic 4y agoI would agree with that. For example some people want to redefine rape to include sex you regret, and violence to include saying naughty things.