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Salacious

usgb/səˈleɪʃəs/Volume
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Cultural Sensitivity

Be aware that using 'salacious' can suggest disapproval of the sexual content being referenced.

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They avoided discussing the book's most salacious details.
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Often Negative

'Salacious' implies a distasteful or unethical interest in sex, unlike neutral terms like 'sexual'.

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The tabloid was filled with salacious stories about celebrities.
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Not Subtle

Using 'salacious' indicates something very obvious and often inappropriately sexual.

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The comedian's salacious jokes made some audience members uncomfortable.
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