obscene literature

Example Sentences

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But stercus is also the root word for scatology, which is obscene literature, and we’re really hoping this paper is not considered obscene literature.

From The Verge • Jan. 11, 2019

“We want the kids to have access to the books in the library. The problem is having obscene literature mandatory in the classroom and for discussion.”

From Washington Times • Sep. 22, 2014

That teachers shall inspire respect for law and law enforcement, especially with respect to liquor-selling, cigarettes for children, obscene literature, posters, pictures.

From Time Magazine Archive

Its purpose: to keep "obscene" literature out of the state.

From Time Magazine Archive

This obviously overlooks the primary purpose of governmental interference with the distribution of "obscene literature," namely to protect immature minds from contamination.

From The Constitution of the United States of America: Analysis and Interpretation Annotations of Cases Decided by the Supreme Court of the United States to June 30, 1952 by Corwin, Edward Samuel