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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are obscene" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is offensive or indecent, often in a legal or moral context.
Example: "The content of the video was deemed inappropriate, as it contained images that are obscene."
Alternatives: "are offensive" or "are indecent".
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are obscene
adjective
Offensive to current standards of decency or morality
Exact(41)
Fenton Bailey: In the trial after he'd died, the pictures were put on trial for obscenity but they were safe because yes, they are obscene but they have artistic merit.
They are obscene.
The prices round here are obscene.
"The differentials are obscene," he said.
His comments against women are obscene and disgusting".
The new regulations about wolf-hunting are obscene.
Similar(19)
It was obscene.
"The money is obscene.
The letter is obscene.
Our lunch is obscene.
"It is obscene.
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