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  1. The Bishop

    The Bishop Senior Member

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    Swear words

    Discussion in 'Word Mechanics' started by The Bishop, Nov 6, 2018.

    When, if ever, should swear words be incorporated into writing?
     
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    When it's not aimed at children or the family market.
     
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    When appropriate. You don't have to use curse words, but, like in real life, there are times when profanity or expletives just seems right for your characters and a "well, fiddle de dee" would break immersion.
     
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    Have you read Trainspotting? :supercheeky:
     
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    Hahahaha. I can just picture it already, this big tough guy walk into a bar. “You bunch of fiddle de dee. Where is my money?!” Hahaha. Just glorious. I think I will have to include this in my story somehow.... it is just too good to pass.
     

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