Labov
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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William Labov, a legendary linguist, noticed what could be carry-over to his off-the-field voice.
From Washington Post
Labov pointed out in an email Bostic’s ability to convey “a maximum of information in a minimum of time.”
From Washington Post
That negative self-image of speech, first used by linguist William Labov in the 1970s to describe social stratification in speech patterns, doesn’t seem a big part of the West Coast or Urban areas in the east.
From The Guardian
Michelle Labov, who handled Burke’s internal complaint, said management pushed back against her investigation.
From Washington Post
When students absorb and internalize such messages, they can experience what linguist William Labov called “linguistic insecurity” – feelings of anxiety and apprehension that can take root even at an early age.
From Salon
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