# Dehumanizing language should not be allowed

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**Created:** [June 13, 2023, 4:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dehumanizing-language-should-not-be-allowed/985435 "2023-06-13T16:14:07Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 13, 2023, 7:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dehumanizing-language-should-not-be-allowed/985435/48 "2023-06-13T19:01:43Z")

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Sorry, but to finally address the OP, as of right now the plan is to handle these on a case by case basis. We’re not drawing any bright lines. This is our usual policy.

I can easily see calling a specific group invaders being a moddable.

I don’t really see “illegals” as used in that thread as being moddable. But a reply that explains why the usage is offensive without going after the poster that said it is well within the rules. If it turns into a back and forth that hijacks a thread, all posters will be advised to drop it or take it elsewhere.

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