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Is censored profanity borderline profanity or profanity? (Resolved)
Posted: 01 Jul 2023, 09:13
by Allison Barnes
The book I’m currently reviewing has profanity, but the only instance of profanity I’ve seen so far has been censored. For example, instead of saying “ass” it says “a*s”. It’s clear in the book which word it means, but I’m unsure if it should be noted as borderline profanity since it’s censored or just profanity since you can easily figure out the swear. Should I not not it at all?
Re: Is censored profanity borderline profanity or profanity?
Posted: 03 Jul 2023, 04:19
by Kavita Shah
Allison Barnes wrote: ↑01 Jul 2023, 09:13
The book I’m currently reviewing has profanity, but the only instance of profanity I’ve seen so far has been censored. For example, instead of saying “ass” it says “a*s”. It’s clear in the book which word it means, but I’m unsure if it should be noted as borderline profanity since it’s censored or just profanity since you can easily figure out the swear. Should I not not it at all?
You should note censored profanity as borderline profanity.
And could you provide the context where that word has been used, that will give a more clear idea if it is profanity or not.
For example: f*ck, s***, etc.
Re: Is censored profanity borderline profanity or profanity?
Posted: 31 Jul 2023, 17:38
by Kirsi Cultrera
Allison Barnes wrote: ↑01 Jul 2023, 09:13
The book I’m currently reviewing has profanity, but the only instance of profanity I’ve seen so far has been censored. For example, instead of saying “ass” it says “a*s”. It’s clear in the book which word it means, but I’m unsure if it should be noted as borderline profanity since it’s censored or just profanity since you can easily figure out the swear. Should I not not it at all?
Hello,
And thank you for reaching out. I am very sorry for the delay in answering your message. I am following up on this; has this issue already bee resolved? If not, you can also consider checking the Official Profanity Guide for further instructions:
viewtopic.php?f=132&t=226478
Let me know if there's anything I can do for you.
Thank you, and have a good day,
Re: Is censored profanity borderline profanity or profanity?
Posted: 01 Aug 2023, 10:04
by Allison Barnes
I have resolved the issue, and it’s no trouble. I understand there are many people on this site, and that going through messages, questions, and reviews is time consuming. I didn’t expect a response right away, and was in no rush so the delay didn’t really effect me.
Re: Is censored profanity borderline profanity or profanity?
Posted: 06 Aug 2023, 06:48
by Melisa Jane
Hi,
Thank you very much for the response and for your understanding. I'm glad this was resolved.
Thank you.
Melissa.
Official Reviewer Representative