Not only *socially disadvantaged* groups speak with accents. It’s common among people of all cultures and social statuses.
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People often *romanticize* certain accents and find people who have them attractive.
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A *strong* accent can sometimes be disadvantageous because it can get in the way of making yourself understood.
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It’s not OK to *make fun of* someone because of their accent and encourage them to change their pronunciation, even if we think it’s fun to do so.
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Certain accents are frequently *admired* for their association with intelligence.
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glamorize
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The *negative portrayal* of accents in the media has become less common in recent times.
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stigmatization
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The entertainment industry often *makes use of* accents for comedic effect, and it often works.
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