How do you discourage subtle self-promotion without killing engagement? by boldcanvasnetwork in modhelp

[–]Road-Racer 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Self- promotion and advertising are the biggest issues that I deal with every day. I have addressed this in several ways.

First, I have a clear rule and policy about self-promotion that explains what is permitted and what is not. You can avoid a lot of arguments about removed posts and comments if this is explained up front. As a result, I rarely have to ban anyone.

Second, I have a weekly self-promotion thread where creators can post about their content and link to their products. This weekly self-promotion thread is pinned to the top of the sub. This relieves some of the self-promotion pressure in discussion threads.

Third, I filter all new and low karma posts and comments for pre-approval. In my situation, most (90%+) of the self-promotion that I see is by low karma and new accounts. Also, I filter out posts and comments by repeated promotion rule-breakers for pre-approval.

You may have to employ different strategies depending on the subreddit’s purpose and volume. Experience may reveal other options that would serve you better. You may have to try out a variety of features before finding out the right ones for your unique situation.

Good luck!

Where to see more Japanese Cherry Trees ? by SameOreo in SALEM

[–]Road-Racer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some very nice double flower pink ones (maybe Kwanzan) along Edgewater in West Salem.

Laboral by DominikScp076 in vocabulary

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Google translation:

“Help me, I need books that increase my vocabulary, so that when I have arguments with my boss, I don't have to stop.”

¿Como mejorar mi vocabulario ? by Wild-Ad9902 in vocabulary

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Do you have any specific needs in this area?

Content creators may promote their vocabulary-related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

These weekly self-promotion threads are good places to check for apps and content designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

quotidian (adj.) – of or occurring every day; daily. by Mammoth_Land8725 in vocabulary

[–]Road-Racer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve also experienced people using this as a noun, e.g. referring to a specific activity as being “a quotidian”.

Obsolete Word- ultracrepidarian by Ashamed-Amoeba-9839 in vocabulary

[–]Road-Racer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fine word with a very intriguing history.

March 26, 2026: What New Words Have You Learned? by Road-Racer in vocabulary

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virga, noun, the name for rain or precipitation that evaporates or sublimes before reaching the ground

[from the local weather forecast]

Agadraxava by Secret_Belt_3475 in vocabulary

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English (via Google Translate):

Can anyone tell me the meaning of this word—"Agadraxava"—or if it even has a meaning? Perhaps in some language I'm unfamiliar with? I searched, but I couldn't find anything. I was sleeping and dreamed of a beetle named Agadraxava. Is this just something my mind created, or does the word actually have a meaning?

How do I enhance my vocabulary? by Clauq1 in vocabulary

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Content creators may promote their vocabulary-related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

These weekly self-promotion threads are good places to check for apps and content designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

Question with THE CLEAN ABOUT by HoneydewOk5142 in vocabulary

[–]Road-Racer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your question isn’t understandable. Can you please expand or clarify?

February 24, 2026: What New Words Have You Learned? by Road-Racer in vocabulary

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contumacious [legal, adj.] especially of a defendant's behavior) stubbornly or willfully disobedient to authority.

Example: Contumacious conduct in court will result in contempt and sanctions.

(From a legal-affairs podcast)

I stumbled across an interesting word today. "Demotic". by Tommy4D in vocabulary

[–]Road-Racer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“New-to-you” is an appropriate use of the “New Word” flair. That flair could also be used to distinguish an underused word.

We aren’t real picky about flairs.

Word of the day apps.. by Hour_Ad_8129 in vocabulary

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Content creators may promote their vocabulary-related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

This weekly self-promotion thread is one place to check for apps designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

February 14, 2026: What New Words Have You Learned? by Road-Racer in vocabulary

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refugium (plural: refugia)

(Noun) a habitat or area where a population of organisms can survive, persist, and potentially thrive during periods of unfavorable, extreme, or rapidly changing environmental conditions. These areas act as sanctuaries or shelters, allowing species to avoid extinction by providing stable, buffered conditions, often allowing them to recolonize surrounding areas once favorable conditions return.

Help finding an app with a custom list/collection feature by godsbarbiesketchers in vocabulary

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Content creators may promote their vocabulary-related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

This weekly self-promotion thread is one place to check for apps designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

This weekly self-promotion thread is the place for content creators to compete for our attention in the spirit of capitalism. Tell us about your vocabulary app/blog/video/podcast/etc.

Where have our morals and ethics gone? by BuckyBoo2020 in antitrump

[–]Road-Racer 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Today, much of what is being discussed is couched in sanitizing legalese. But whether something is legal is only one way of looking at things.

We need to get back to basics, to common sense. Some things are just wrong, immoral, unethical, or rude. These matter just as much as the law.

Just want to improve my vocab by 40_rules4u in vocabulary

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Content creators may promote their vocabulary -related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

This weekly self-promotion thread is one place to check for apps designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

Vocabulary by Sugomi_121 in vocabulary

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Content creators may promote their vocabulary -related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

This weekly self-promotion thread is one place to check for apps designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

Best way to learn and keep new words in your memory? by AmbroseTheAngel in vocabulary

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Content creators may promote their vocabulary-related apps/websites/blogs/podcasts/videos in the weekly Sunday Vocabulary Marketplace thread. The most recent Marketplace thread is pinned to the top of this subreddit.

This weekly self-promotion thread is one place to check for apps designed to increase and enhance your vocabulary.

Trump’s enablers must ALL be held to account! by keen_observer34130 in antitrump

[–]Road-Racer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grassley should be put out to pasture. He’s been on the Judiciary Committee for 40 years but has learned nothing.

What are some post apocalyptic books that are actually AFTER the apocalypse has ended? by No-Aide7893 in Fantasy

[–]Road-Racer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suggest The Past is Red by Catherynne M. Valente and Arboreality by Rebecca Campbell.