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content warning

American

[kon-tent wawr-ning] / ˈkɒn tɛnt ˌwɔr nɪŋ /

noun

a stated warning that the content of the immediately following text, video, etc., may upset or offend some people: CW

Gee, thanks for the content warning for snakes, but it didn’t stop me from seeing those pictures on my Instagram timeline.

Etymology

Origin of content warning

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

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"The content warning is intended to warn students that they may find some of the themes in these historic texts distressing and provide an opportunity to discuss concerns with the module leader."

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Her author’s note serves as a brief content warning — one that is wholly merited, as the book touches on numerous sensitive but important topics.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

Another corny content warning here, but I felt as if I already knew him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2023

A show that starts that way should come with a content warning: These clichés may hurt your teeth.

From New York Times • Nov. 7, 2022

Screenshot: Twitter The image is now ready to be posted, Screenshot: Twitter Here’s how the content warning appears on Twitter.

From The Verge • Apr. 4, 2022

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