Insult
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Cultural Sensitivity
Some words deemed insults in one culture may not be seen as such in another. In some places, being called 'skinny' is an insult, in others it's a compliment.
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Tone Matters
The same phrase may or may not be an insult based on the speaker's tone. 'You are funny' could be an insult if said sarcastically.
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Contextual Intensity
Insults can vary in severity depending on the context and relationship between people. 'Clown' is a light-hearted insult among friends but can be severe in a formal setting.