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Junk

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Emotional Impact

Junk often implies a personal attachment or history with the items.

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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.

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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.

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That old chest isn’t junk; it’s vintage and valuable.
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