Bowdlerize


The meaning of the word Bowdlerize is: to delete or change the parts of a text that are viewed as offensive


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If you do not want to offend your teacher with that profane language, you should bowdlerize the story before handing it in for a grade.

published by Catherin on 2021-03-20 16:29:27


The writer has to bowdlerize his offensive article if he wants it published in the Christian magazine.

published by Calista on 2021-07-15 04:23:39


Since the studio feels my film is too racy, it has asked me to bowdlerize the movie so it will be family-friendly.

published by Loreta on 2021-12-26 05:26:12


The arrogant writer could not believe someone wanted him to bowdlerize his novel by changing some of the unpleasant language.

published by Darla on 2021-03-24 22:58:25


Because the comedian was going to speak to an audience of children, he knew he had to bowdlerize his mature speech.

published by Jeffry on 2021-08-15 00:29:14


The book was so upsetting it would take the author months to bowdlerize it and make it fit for sensitive eyes.

published by Oliver on 2021-09-09 15:39:52


When my church leader asked me to bowdlerize the section of the fairy tale that mentioned a witch, he completely shocked me with his close-minded views.

published by Pamala on 2021-03-25 12:13:07


The sound engineer will bowdlerize the song to ensure it is free of vulgar language before playing it at the religious event.

published by Bettyann on 2021-05-02 04:42:02


Before my conservative sister brings a magazine into her home, she will bowdlerize it by tearing out the offensive pages.

published by Maryln on 2021-08-29 21:36:00


The editor must bowdlerize the R-rated film before it can be played on a family network.

published by Dane on 2021-05-24 18:02:05


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