_________ face-threatening acts (FTAs) pose the most threat, while _________ FTAs pose the least threat.

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Direct face-threatening acts pose the most threat because they do not attempt to minimize the imposition or offense, making them more confrontational or aggressive. Indirect face-threatening acts pose the least threat as they often involve more polite or mitigated language, reducing the perceived imposition or offense.

_________ Face-Threatening Acts (FTAs) Pose the Most Threat, While _________

_ Face-Threatening Acts (FTAs) Pose the Most Threat, While _