rough language
Example Sentences
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At a time when nostalgia for the ’90s is seemingly everywhere, “My Bad” places the decade into context, including its paradoxical freedoms and oppressions, with the intimate, funny rough language of your freakiest, funnest bestie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2026
The judge chastised Mr. Biss for rough language in his filings, but did not impose sanctions at that time.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 16, 2021
“But I quickly learned that despite his sometimes rough language, sources kept taking Pete’s calls,” she said.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 21, 2020
“It’s a dive bar, lots of rough language from the other patrons, but the bartender says, ‘Father, what can I get you?’
From Slate ● Nov. 30, 2019
I was so shocked by my aunt’s rough language, I had to sit myself down.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
