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Peer reviewedRains, Charleen – Language in Society, 1992
Analysis of a sociolinguistic interview reveals repeated presentation of ideas, words, expressions, and structures. These recurrent devices and patterns increase the effect of arguments. The immediate purpose is the listener's acceptance of the speaker's views. There is also a concern to gain recognition of the speaker's opinion of self and his…
Descriptors: Interviews, Language Patterns, Language Rhythm, Language Styles
