WWE Banned List - Why You Can't Say These 23 Terms

19. "Choreograph"

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This one makes a bit more sense.

Whereas nobody is going to think WWE are having a pop at real-world wars by using the word on television, some might raise an eyebrow if Michael Cole shouted, "What a choreographed spot by John Morrison, The Miz, New Day and Forgotten Sons!".

Choreograph literally means 'composing the sequence of steps and moves for (a ballet or other performance of dance)'. This would suggests that WWE action is akin to ballet, and that just won't do.

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