[Sidebar Moderator]

For the record my reasoning concerning the word in question is that it wouldn't surprise me to find more than a few adult women posters here who find it offensive. If I'm wrong on that, I can be so educated, although I would still prefer it not be used. Somehow it's so jarring on a religion forum, ya know?

[Invincibly Ignorant]

Somehow it's so jarring on a religion forum, ya know?

Have you ever monitored the Neverending Story?

[Dr. Eckleburg]

I understand what you're saying regarding the word in question and generally agree.

But I think context is important (which is why you're going to be exhausted in no time) and sometimes "jarring" is good.

I favor the term "woosie." It hits the same notes, but is not so discordant.