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I agree as well.
It's not just a well-known figure or a popular connotation--it's entered mainstream vocabulary as a derogatory term. I think it's beyond reclaiming. It's kind of unfortunate. I don't personally care for it but I could see it as being something parents would consider, all things aside. It's beginning, the Jez- is reminiscent to me of the popular Jessica, and -bel endings are certainly having their day.
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dittoing you both"Jezebel" is a synonim for "slut", something you can't ignore even if you're not religious.
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Ditto
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