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In response to "It's also a word often used to argue for the denial of rights to gay people, as if it were something chosen." by znufrii

So, what is the proper word so I don't get attacked for using lifestyle

Posted by Will Hunting (aka JoeMetz) Apr 11 '16, 10:39

about the way people live their lives?

Responses:

Oh, honey. -- nm - znufrii Apr 11, 10:44 5
- What's the word? - Will Hunting Apr 11, 10:46 4
  - I don't hear a lot of people say "I support the gay lifestyle", they are more likely to say something like "I support equality" or "I support the LGBT - Roger More Apr 11, 11:02
  - apparently not. - groiny Apr 11, 10:48
  - is there one word to describe living as a straight person? -- nm - Andie Apr 11, 10:48 1
    - boring? - Epiphany Apr 11, 11:11
I think you you ever use "lifestyle" to describe someone who identifies as LGBTQ, you're going to get flack, because - TWuG Apr 11, 10:43 5
- It's 'Oh, honey' obviously, since znu was trying to help you. -- nm - Shaun Apr 11, 10:47
- What's the word then? - Will Hunting Apr 11, 10:45 3
  - If you want to be clear that someone is LBGTQ when describing then, just use "gay" or "lesbian" or any of the other descriptors indicated by LBGTQ - TWuG Apr 11, 10:54
  - "Sexual orientation." Or "romantic attractions." - ReluctantCynic Apr 11, 10:48 1
    - Thank you for the legitimate answer. -- nm - Will Hunting Apr 11, 10:54

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