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Public speaking
Public speech to a group of audience in a structured, deliberate manner to inform, influence, or entertain.
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Electronic brainstorming
Language; Public speaking
A group technique in which participants generate ideas in computer chat groups or by email.
Comeback
Language; Public speaking
A humorous or clever retort to an audience comment. Also Repartee or Riposte.
Antithesis
Language; Public speaking
A language technique that combines opposing elements in the same sentence or adjoining sentences.
Audience gag
Language; Public speaking
A joke pulled on the audience, sometimes with some of the audience members used as shills.
Free-rein leader
Language; Public speaking
A leader who leaves members free to decide what, how, and when to act, offering no guidance.
Adrenaline
Language; Public speaking
A hormone released into the bloodstream in response to physical or mental stress.
