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1 minute ago, Doublemint said:

I had an Australian boyfriend for a few years and he never did that - so it's new to me.

Just like in the US, not every single person uses uptalk, but it is present in Australia. It’s often more common in women. Some linguists think it might be a(n) (unconscious) way for women to “hold the floor” longer in conversation.

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Just now, Vandy10 said:

Just like in the US, not every single person uses uptalk, but it is present in Australia. It’s often more common in women. Some linguists think it might be a(n) (unconscious) way for women to “hold the floor” longer in conversation.

Yes, and also not threatening or confrontational.

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2 minutes ago, Arynm said:

That extra dirty Martini was calling my name!

Alas it is a Froze for me. (the e should have the accent above, but I don't know how to do that)

Last night we went a bit patio crazy....I had two dirty martinis and half a bottle of wine....whoops. No wonder I gained a few pounds!

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2 minutes ago, Armchair Critic said:

I got in trouble at an old job because I tend to up talk, they said it sounded like I was asking a question instead of making a statement.

Well, women’s speech—or markers of feminine speech in men—tend to be more harshly criticized, so I’m not surprised. Don’t get me started on the disproportionate negativity women get for vocal frys.

/linguistics nerd rant 

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