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What are loaded words?

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A loaded word carries a judgement as well as a meaning. Calling a protest a "riot", or a plan a "scheme", tells you how the writer sees it.

Why we mark them

A model marks loaded words so you can see an outlet's word choices. A marked word is not an error. It is a choice you may want to notice.

Each marked word appears in the story's own text, so you can read it in context.

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