
Near the knuckle
Cultural Sensitivity
Be cautious when using in diverse settings as it may be seen as culturally insensitive.
I hesitated to tell that near the knuckle joke at the international conference.
Audience Awareness
Consider your audience; this phrase suits an adult crowd more than a family setting.
The comedian's near the knuckle humor was a hit in the club, but not at the family reunion.
Tone of Voice
Often delivered with a knowing tone suggesting shared understanding of the edge it skirts.
His near the knuckle comment was said with a wink, making us all laugh.
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