# Is the word imbeciles prohibited?

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**Created:** [October 23, 2023, 4:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-word-imbeciles-prohibited/991961 "2023-10-23T16:07:16Z")\
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**Author:** ![What\_Exit](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/what_exit/32/10652_2.png) [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\
**Post date:** [October 23, 2023, 4:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-word-imbeciles-prohibited/991961/2 "2023-10-23T16:13:33Z")

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Links really help:

> [@Polls only: No discussion](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/polls-only-no-discussion/953642/4068):
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> Moderating: From the terms of service No slurs or cheap shots. Do not post slurs or other cheap shots based on race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, gender orientation, or other group identity except for political affiliation or leaning. That poll is a highly offensive cheap shot against the handicapped. It’s totally inappropriate for this thread. Just a mod note, but pushing it.

I’m going to elevate this question to the Modloop. give us a little time to discuss and get back to us. Feel free to nudge us tomorrow.

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