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Tightlacing fetishism

Tightlacing is a hobby that some people have. They wear special clothes called corsets that make their waist look smaller. It's like wearing a really tight belt that goes all the way around your belly. They do this because they like the way it looks and feels.

Some people who love tightlacing so much that it becomes a fetish. A fetish is when someone really likes something and it makes them feel happy or excited in a special way. Some people like to look at pictures of people wearing corsets, while others like to wear the corsets themselves.

While it might seem like a fun hobby, it's important to remember that tightlacing has risks. If the corset is too tight, it can hurt your body and make it hard to breathe. It's important to be safe and only wear corsets that fit well and aren't too tight.
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