In conversation, males are more likely to use ______ interruptions and females more likely to use ______ interruptions.

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Research in sociolinguistics has found that in conversation, males are more likely to use intrusive interruptions, which can disrupt or take over the conversation, while females are more likely to use supportive interruptions, which aim to show agreement or provide encouragement without taking control of the conversation.

In Conversation, Males Are More Likely to Use ______ Interruptions