The Listener Could Signal a Reluctance to Take Over the Speaking

question 49

Short Answer

The listener could signal a reluctance to take over the speaking role by avoiding eye contact with the speaker, shaking his head as if to indicate that he has nothing to add, engaging in some activity that is incompatible with a speaking role such as taking copious notes, closing one's eyes, or coughing. This is known as what kind of signal?

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