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censorship

[sen-ser-ship] / ˈsɛn sərˌʃɪp /


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Bypassing censorship Some jurisdictions are more restrictive than others, with many heavily censoring Internet access.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

We are explicitly prohibited from censoring broadcasters, but this is censorship.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

“Let’s call this what it is: censorship, both imposed and self-driven,” Vega wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

While there is relief at the partial restoration of connectivity in Iran, there are also concerns about increased censorship in a country where internet access was already heavily restricted and monitored.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Religious censorship was not the only pressure upon della Porta’s text.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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