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Politically Correct Speech

/pəˈlɪtɪkli kəˈrɛkt spiːtʃ/noun
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Politically correct speech refers to language deliberately chosen to avoid offending or marginalizing groups based on attributes like race, gender, or sexuality, promoting inclusivity and equality. In modern usage, it's often debated as a tool for social progress or as a constraint on free expression, highlighting tensions between sensitivity and open discourse.

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