Junk
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Emotional Impact
Junk often implies a personal attachment or history with the items. I can’t just throw this away, it’s not junk to me!
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Avoid in Formal Writing
Consider a more formal term like 'debris' or 'clutter' in official documents. The report mentioned the accumulation of debris in the warehouse.
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Context Matters
Use 'junk' for unwanted items, but not for recycling or resale goods. That old chest isn’t junk; it’s vintage and valuable.