I need to stop swearing, speak more softly, and in general become a more "ladylike" (I hate that word) person. Please please help me. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 27, 2009 - 40 answers

Am I a prude to be put off by cursing/swearing on a first date? [more inside]
posted by sherlockt on Jan 20, 2008 - 91 answers

I know this is not a medical board but 'just speaking in terms of human experience - my brotherr is 77, an ex-ultra marathoner, ex space shuttle designer now fallen on hard times, health-wise and emotionally. He sleeps all day, is up all night, has dizzy spells and is always angry and swears constantly at his wife. They lead a very isolated, survivalist existance. He hasn't been to the doctor in 20+ years and won't go now. He used to be a health food nut, ran in 50 marathons but had double knee replacement 10 years ago and 'never recovered, emotionally, in that he lost his old running lifestyle after the surgeries. Any ideas? He's also very forgetful. Thanks for any help.
posted by Tullyogallaghan on Jan 20, 2008 - 14 answers

During a stupid Reply-To All e-mail storm at my huge international corporation, someone responded with this (which I assume is profane): [more inside]
posted by mmascolino on Jan 15, 2008 - 5 answers

What are some non-English words meaning "bastard"? [more inside]
posted by UbuRoivas on Dec 6, 2007 - 45 answers

Does the exclamation "Sheesh Kabibble" mean anything, or is it just nonsense? [more inside]
posted by anotherpanacea on Oct 8, 2006 - 16 answers

I'm trying to find an exact quote about swearing. It went something like "When a British soldier uses the word 'fucking', it's only to let you know a noun is coming up." The original source might be Ashley Montague or Robert Graves, but print and Google searches have failed me.
posted by rosemere on Aug 21, 2006 - 9 answers

I'm looking to compile some bombastic, melodic, aggressive, singular, inventive, mainstream and anthemic rap/hip hop! [more inside]
posted by fire&wings on Jul 20, 2005 - 19 answers

I have a strong memory of seeing a video clip of Rowlf the Dog swearing on Late Night television. Can anyone help me find more information? [more inside]
posted by jazon on Apr 20, 2005 - 9 answers

Which songs/albums (preferably otherwise good) feature extreme amounts of cussing and swearing? [more inside]
posted by wackybrit on Apr 9, 2005 - 65 answers

Cussing kids. My sweet little baby girl (8) cut loose with an unbelievable string of profanity when she got off the school bus today. I was actually embarrassed, and believe me, that takes a lot. I have no idea where it came from. We don't speak like that and her peer group consists of exactly one child (very small school). I didn't even know she knew these words. Besides grounding her forever (done) and I have no idea how to best to address this.
posted by cedar on May 19, 2004 - 47 answers

Excuse me, but can anyone tell me: What exactly is the origin of the phrase Go piss up a rope? I know it's present in the American South and Midwest, but did it originate elsewhere? Does the phrase occur in other countries? And how exactly does one piss up a rope? Does it mean Go climb a rope (similar to Piss off!), or literally Go urinate up a length of braided twine? And, while we're at it, what the hell does the H stand for in Jesus H Christ? I've always wondered. [...a little more inside] [more inside]
posted by Shane on Jan 19, 2004 - 12 answers