An example of a gender-specific language barrier is that women want men to be concise,remain on point,and speak informally and off-the-cuff,whereas men prefer to avoid restating obvious points and to put together polished presentations instead.

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Gender-specific language barriers are not about inherent preferences in communication styles (such as wanting conciseness or polished presentations) but rather refer to the ways language and communication practices can reinforce gender stereotypes or exclude certain genders. The statement oversimplifies and stereotypes gender preferences in communication.

An Example of a Gender-Specific Language Barrier Is That Women