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a term used to describe the act of altering or erasing the LGBTQ+ content of a book, film, or other media to make it appear heterosexual
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The practice of straightwashing in media involves altering the sexual orientation of a character to appeal to a wider audience.
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I heard they are straightwashing the main character in the movie adaptation.
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They're totally straightwashing that show to make it more marketable.
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Some people argue that straightwashing history erases the true experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals.