The University of Washington information technology department released an "inclusive language guide" that lists a number of "problematic words" that are "racist," "sexist," "ageist," or "homophobic,"

According to the guide, words such as "grandfather," "housekeeping," "minority," "ninja," and "lame" are considered "problematic words."

A Lake Superior State University in Michigan has also compiled a list of banished words to "uphold, protect, and support excellence in language".

Banned phrases include, "wait, what?", "no worries", "at the end of the day", "asking for a friend" and "you're on mute."

Link to article: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/nsw-government-ministers-unhappy-with-new-pc-office-advice/YUDQHI6M7R7EZSIII5EXQS3TPY/

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Link to banned words list : https://www.lssu.edu/traditions/banishedwords/