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vulgar

[vuhl-ger] / ˈvʌl gər /




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Anderson’s original “Resident Evil” film franchise, the writer-director — known for his abrasive, nu-metal vulgar auteurism — raises a middle finger of sorts to his detractors.

From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026

Her activism was not without a backlash - from both men and women - and harassment that could be as vulgar as it was intimidating.

From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026

After the protests, Modi urged Indians not to harass “misguided” youth and said he forgave people who had used vulgar language against him.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026

It would be irresponsible not to say right off that “Alley Cats,” written and directed by the comedian Ricky Gervais, is so gleefully vulgar it could make a TV critic blush.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026

He called from the rear of the house, “I heard that, you vulgar girl. I’m in the kitchen.”

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee




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