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Kim Kardashian apologized for using the 'r word' after an immediate backlash: 'Please know that my intention is always pure'

The "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" star used the offensive word to describe guests who didn't recognize her Halloween costume, as reported by TMZ.

  • Kim Kardashian West
  • According to TMZ, she used the word to describe guests who couldn't recognize her Halloween costume.
  • Kardashian West issued a statement to TMZ to apologize for being "inappropriate and insensitive to the special needs community."

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Kardashian West was audibly frustrated that

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Fans and critics alike were "disgusted" and "disappointed" with Kardashian West's choice of words.

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Back in July, Kardashian West's sister Khloe Kardashian found herself embroiled in the exact same outrage when she used the "r word" on Instagram Live. She also apologized and

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