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decency

[dee-suhn-see] / ˈdi sən si /


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Actress Williams talked about her turn in the West End play The Devil Wears Prada, while comedian Allen discussed his new book, Common Decency.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Internet titans have long shielded themselves with Section 230 of the US Communications Decency Act, which frees them of responsibility for what social media users post.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

The first problem with these cases is that Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act says internet platforms can’t be held liable for user-generated content.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

You’re never seeing a movie alone when you bring your good friends Decency and Consideration along for the show.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2025

In the early eighties, a group called Odessans for Decency had been formed.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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