colourful language

Frequency: 8.417.5 per million words

Often a euphemism for language that includes swear words or is otherwise offensive or vivid.

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Examples (10)

  • The coach was fined for using colourful language with the referee.
  • He let out a stream of colourful language when he stubbed his toe.
  • Please avoid using such colourful language in the workplace.
  • The old sailor was famous for his stories and his equally colourful language.
  • The film received a higher rating due to its scenes of violence and colourful language.
  • I was quite surprised to hear such colourful language from a child.
  • The author's use of colourful language made the dialogue feel very realistic.
  • Let's just say the argument involved some very colourful language from both sides.
  • Is that kind of colourful language really necessary to express your frustration?
  • His emails are often filled with typos and some rather colourful language.