A(n) _____ is the utterance of a verbal message and what it implies about how the listener should respon d.

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A speech act is a type of language behavior that expresses an intention or meaning beyond the literal meaning of the words themselves. It includes both the words spoken (verbal message) and the implied action or response that the listener should take. Examples of speech acts include making promises, giving orders, asking questions, and making apologies.

A(n) _____ Is the Utterance of a Verbal Message and What