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Language Learning, Volume 75, Issue 3, Page 898-929, September 2025.Abstract A handful of second language (L2) studies have explored bidirectional pragmatic transfer: forward pragmatic transfer—the influence of learners' first language (L1) on their L2—and reverse pragmatic transfer—the impact of learners' L2 on their L1.
Ying Zhang (she/her)
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On the Quantitative Scalar or-Implicature
Synthese, 2005 zbMATH Open Web Interface contents unavailable due to conflicting licenses.
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Scalar Implicatures with Alternative Semantics [PDF]
Semantics and Linguistic Theory, 2006 No abstract.
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Truth‐Value Judgment Tasks in Second Language Research
Language and Linguistics Compass, Volume 19, Issue 5, September/October 2025.ABSTRACT This paper provides a focused review of truth‐value judgment tasks (TVJTs) as a method for eliciting interpretations in adult second language learners. We present the historical perspectives, the rationale for their use, the nature of the knowledge they target, and critical design considerations. Additionally, we discuss their effectiveness in
Shaohua Fang, Elaine J. Francis
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Implicatures of modified numerals: quantity or quality? [PDF]
, 2017 We propose a new analysis of modified numerals that allows us to: (i) predict ignorance with respect to the prejacent of at least (and thereby avoid to Bernard Schwarz's recent criticism of Coppock and Brochhagen 2013), (ii) get a three-way contrast ...
Ciardelli, Ivano +2 more
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Noûs, Volume 59, Issue 3, Page 567-584, September 2025.Abstract The active/passive distinction, once a hallmark of classical metaphysics, has largely been discarded from contemporary thought. The revival of powers theory has not seen an equally vigorous rehabilitation of the real distinction between active and passive powers. I begin an analysis and vindication with a critique of E.J. Lowe's discussion.
David S. Oderberg
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Conversational Implicture in Inception Movie Dialogue [PDF]
, 2014 This study dealt with Conversational Implicature in Inception Movie Dialogue. The objectives of this study were to find out the most dominant types of Conversational Implicature and the meaning of each implicature.
Sigalingging, H. N. (Handrian) +1 more
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Implicatures and Discourse Structure [PDF]
, 2013 International audienceOne of the characteristic marks of Gricean implicatures in general, and scalar implicatures in particular, examples of which are given in (1), is that they are the result of a defeasible inference.
Asher, Nicholas
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How do you assert a graph? Towards an account of depictions in scientific testimony
Noûs, Volume 59, Issue 3, Page 678-699, September 2025.Abstract I extend the literature on norms of assertion to the ubiquitous use of graphs in scientific papers and presentations, which I term “graphical testimony.” On my account, the testimonial presentation of a graph involves commitment to both (a) the in‐context reliability of the graph's framing devices and (b) the perspective‐relative accuracy of ...
Corey Dethier
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Eye Movement Evidence for Context-Sensitive Derivation of Scalar Inferences
Collabra: Psychology, 2018 A scalar expression like some can optionally have an enriched interpretation (approximately meaning “some, but not all”) depending on the context in which it appears.
Stephen Politzer-Ahles +1 more
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