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Discover LudwigThe phrase "as insults" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing actions or statements that are perceived as offensive or derogatory.
Example: "Some comments were intended as insults, but others were meant to be constructive criticism."
Alternatives: "in the form of insults" or "as offensive remarks".
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He tries to answer questions others might take as insults.
What did they perceive as insults?
As insults go, it's hardly a mortal blow.
Children throw stones at them, as well as insults.
These words are only used as insults and slurs.
As far as insults went, "Hindu" was inaccurate and ignorant.
As insults go, it's a firm 6/10.
Finally, I noted in your question that you referred to all these terms as insults.
As insults go, that's not below the belt, it's off the scale.
In Germany, there is frustration over what is perceived as insults in exchange for assistance.
The two sides staged elaborate battles, recording songs as insults to respond to taunts from the other side.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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