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Recent Examples of censorship
This is consistent with the founding spirit of La Biennale, based on openness, dialogue, and the rejection of any form of closure or censorship.
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Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Trump, meanwhile, giddily celebrated the censorship.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 1 May 2026
Mencken criticized the Bible Belt for its influence on movements such as Prohibition, censorship, and laws against teaching evolution in schools.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
The comedian was subsequently taken off the air, sparking outcry and accusations of government censorship.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
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Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Trump, meanwhile, giddily celebrated the censorship.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 1 May 2026
Mencken criticized the Bible Belt for its influence on movements such as Prohibition, censorship, and laws against teaching evolution in schools.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
The comedian was subsequently taken off the air, sparking outcry and accusations of government censorship.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for censorship
suppression
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Firefighters transitioned to defensive mode and used a remote-suppression robot to enter the building, LAFD spokesperson Jennifer Middleton said.—
Kayla Bartkowski,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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When fire alarm or suppression systems are out of service, businesses are often required to put fire watch guards in place quickly to meet safety rules, satisfy insurers and remain compliant with local fire code requirements.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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“Censorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/censorship. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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