I think the case play here is very instructive, i.e. specifying "obscene gestures." I won't assert it must be a gesture (as opposed to pure language; obscene language probably applies as well), but I'd say for me, its got to be something more than just spoken words -- unless those words are intolerable (m..f.. etc.).
I don't want to give anyone the idea that I run from trouble (too often, its the opposite), but I think there are times where we just get off the court as quickly as possible and go home. I've seen situations where an official lingers on the court for one reason or another and a fight broke out. NOW, we have some serious problems. In my view, we shouldn't run away from taking care of business that must be taken care of, but absent that, only problems result from going back to make a point.
Besides, you aren't limited in your reports. You can report this even if you didn't call a T. At least, where I work you can.
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