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The engagement with terms and practices within the tech industry reflects a broader societal trend towards scrutinizing language for potential harm. Critics of the language change movement lament what they view as a shift away from addressing substantive issues and an overemphasis on words instead of actions. They assert that these efforts may dilute the focus on skills, work ethic, and professional standards, ultimately failing to address the challenges of retention and progression for minority groups within tech.