Words are important
one way we communicate
so many different meanings
as the dictionary illustrates
Any word can be used
to express love or hate
inflection in our voices
body language or our gait
People give words power
depending on how it’s used
culture changes definitions
sometimes to confuse
Words in action
kindness and love
powerful forces
gifts from above
Banned words are replaced
others given negative power
we have the choice to use words
to love or devour
copyright 2024 Debbie Pierce
Daily writing prompt
If you could permanently ban a word from general usage, which one would it be? Why?
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