Linguists have noticed that many swear words share the same sharp, punchy sounds—hard consonants like “k,” “t,” and “g” that burst out of the mouth rather than flow. When a study examined those sound ...

Cussing, cursing, or swearing, no matter what you call it, attitudes towards strong language in general use are shifting a ...

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New research reveals that swearing can boost physical performance by reducing self-doubt and internal hesitations. A study ...

Parents don’t agree on when kids should swear. A new poll explores how families balance language, age, and social influence.