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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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A university spokesperson said the content warning "enables students to make an informed decision before choosing the module".

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Still, some fans criticized the decision not to place a content warning at the start of either episode.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2023

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

No wonder the play’s website comes with an elaborate content warning and the offer of “post-show support resources.”

From New York Times • Apr. 5, 2023

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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