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What does it mean?
The speaker rejects the label of vulgarity as baseless.
In plain terms
I deny that I am vulgar and call the accusation nonsense.
What can you take from it?
Defend your choices directly against criticism.

Where it applies

  • public speech
  • debate
  • self-defense

Putting it to work

  • reject unfair labels
  • state your position

Questions to consider

  • When is an accusation valid?
  • How do you defend your voice?

Another view

The dismissal may not address the actual content.

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