as in edited
to remove objectionable parts from
the producers were told that they would have to censor their movie if they wanted a PG rating
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Recent Examples of censored
Your first warning is when local news, embassy alerts, and travel communications become inconsistent or censored, situational awareness is compromised.
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Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Still, the web will likely remain heavily censored, experts warned; Tehran is reportedly using Chinese hardware to strengthen its censorship capabilities, further proof that Beijing is exporting the technology that powers its cutting-edge firewall.
—semafor.com, 29 May 2026
By July 2025, 1 in 12 foundations had censored themselves by removing DEI language from their websites.
—Christopher Justin Einolf, The Conversation, 22 May 2026
On the contrary, creators must speak out… the worst thing that could happen would be to remain silent or to be censored.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 20 May 2026
Seemingly, Weems hoped the threat of arrest would pressure Bushart into removing the post, but Bushart refused to be censored.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
These accounts on TikTok, Snapchat and Telegram amassed several hundred followers without signs of having been censored.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Images of the enclosure are tightly censored and obscured on digital mapping platforms.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
More than three out of four civics teachers surveyed reported having censored themselves out of fear of pushback or controversy.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 12 May 2026
Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Still, the web will likely remain heavily censored, experts warned; Tehran is reportedly using Chinese hardware to strengthen its censorship capabilities, further proof that Beijing is exporting the technology that powers its cutting-edge firewall.
—semafor.com, 29 May 2026
By July 2025, 1 in 12 foundations had censored themselves by removing DEI language from their websites.
—Christopher Justin Einolf, The Conversation, 22 May 2026
On the contrary, creators must speak out… the worst thing that could happen would be to remain silent or to be censored.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 20 May 2026
Seemingly, Weems hoped the threat of arrest would pressure Bushart into removing the post, but Bushart refused to be censored.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
These accounts on TikTok, Snapchat and Telegram amassed several hundred followers without signs of having been censored.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Images of the enclosure are tightly censored and obscured on digital mapping platforms.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
More than three out of four civics teachers surveyed reported having censored themselves out of fear of pushback or controversy.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for censored
Verb
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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This interview has been edited and condensed.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
Verb
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While the draft, for years, went well past 50 rounds, the current format has shortened it to 20.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Gaethje’s suspension can be shortened if he is cleared with negative MRIs for his right wrist and left knee.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The video frames are deleted nearly instantly after the sensor collects the count.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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To execute its ruthless 66-pound weight loss program, the rear seats have been completely deleted, replaced by a massive structural strut brace that significantly stiffens the chassis.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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Before publishing, journalists reviewed this content in compliance with McClatchy Media’s AI policy.—
Ruyuan Li. Summary produced by AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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“Censored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/censored. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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