Several new books are exploring the role of language in modern society, focusing on how it affects daily life and the conflicts that arise from its use. The concept of the "dance of words," once described by Jean-Baptiste Mondino, has transformed into a "war of words." This shift is reflected in multiple books with the same title, including works by scholars like George Lakoff, Barbara Cassin, Selim Derkaoui, and Nicolas Framont. These books analyze the impact of language in different areas, such as political disputes and personal experiences. Adèle Haenel, who recently published Viser juste, discusses the suppression and erasure of a child's voice after experiencing abuse. Her use of the term "genocide" to describe events in Gaza during a live television broadcast led to a censorship order. Semiotician Cécile Alduy, in her essay D'abord, ils sont venus chercher les mots, argues that language is not just a surface-level tool but a fundamental part of social connections and a medium through which we think and understand ourselves. She warns that corrupting language can undermine the foundations of thought, free speech, and democratic life. The far right is described as using a strategy of "semantic destruction," employing language that denies obvious truths, simplifies complex issues, and suppresses dissenting voices. Philosopher François Jullien, in his essay À toi qui n'as pas renoncé à penser, encourages resistance to the trivialization of ideas in the media by promoting the courage of critical thought. Barbara Cassin, in her new work on aging and language titled Les mots qui fuient, notes that some words slip away from us, highlighting the importance of preserving language that shields us from linguistic and mental contamination. These precise and meaningful words are crucial for building a shared understanding of the world. The transition to a new linguistic era, as noted by Adèle Haenel, Cécile Alduy, François Jullien, Barbara Cassin, and others, underscores the need to protect the words that safeguard us from current societal challenges. Their collective insights emphasize the significance of language not only as a means of communication but as a cornerstone of identity, freedom, and social cohesion.