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covert stuttering

noun

Definitions

  1. A manner of speaking in which a person who stutters is careful to avoid words, sounds,…

    A manner of speaking in which a person who stutters is careful to avoid words, sounds, and other stimuli which trigger instances of stuttering.

    • Covert stuttering is characterized by accessory features such as word substitutions, interjections, and stopping.
    • [C]overt stuttering, also known as interiorized stuttering . . . may include avoidance of words or sounds, certain situations, certain people, and so on.
    • Another mistaken impression is that covert stuttering is just a mild form of stuttering.

The neighborhood

Vish — recursive loop

No curated loop yet for covert stuttering. Loops are being traced one word at a time while the ingestion pipeline matures.

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