I think that depends on the situation, but on social media, people are more careful without any doubt, a simple phrase you get wrong, if you're not friend of the king, you're screwed

Good contribution @wil , given that the question is currently quite relevant.

Here are my thoughts on the topic:

The term "cancel culture" refers to the phenomenon of publicly shaming or boycotting individuals or groups who have expressed or supported opinions or actions that are deemed unacceptable or offensive by some segments of society. The proponents of cancel culture argue that it is a form of social justice and accountability, while the critics claim that it is a form of censorship and intolerance that stifles free speech and diversity of thought. The question of whether cancel culture has arrived in our society today is not easy to answer, as different perspectives and contexts may lead to different conclusions. However, some possible indicators of the presence and impact of cancel culture are:

- The frequency and intensity of online backlash and outrage against perceived transgressions or controversies, often amplified by social media platforms and algorithms that favor sensationalism and polarization. For example, in recent years, many celebrities, politicians, academics, journalists, and ordinary people have faced harsh criticism and calls for boycotts or resignations for expressing views or engaging in behaviors that were considered racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, xenophobic, or otherwise problematic by some groups or individuals.

- The consequences and repercussions of being "canceled", such as losing one's job, reputation, opportunities, or social connections, which may create a climate of fear and self-censorship among individuals and organizations. For example, in 2020, the author J.K. Rowling faced widespread backlash and boycotts from fans, publishers, and colleagues for her controversial tweets and essays on gender identity and trans rights, which were seen as transphobic and harmful by many trans activists and allies.

- The extent and effectiveness of counter-movements and responses that challenge or resist cancel culture, such as calling for dialogue, forgiveness, nuance, or diversity of opinion, or exposing the hypocrisy or inconsistency of the cancelers. For example, in 2019, a group of prominent writers and intellectuals signed an open letter in Harper's Magazine denouncing cancel culture as a threat to free expression and democratic debate, and urging more tolerance and civility in public discourse.

Based on these indicators, it could be argued that cancel culture has indeed arrived in our society today, at least in some domains and spheres, such as politics, entertainment, academia, or journalism. However, it could also be argued that cancel culture is not a new phenomenon, but rather a manifestation of the longstanding tensions and conflicts between different values, beliefs, and identities in a pluralistic and democratic society. Moreover, it could be argued that cancel culture is not a monolithic or homogeneous phenomenon, but rather a diverse and dynamic one, with varying degrees and forms of expression and impact across different cases and contexts.