👉 In linguistics, an "upspeak" is a type of speech act where a speaker uses additional words or phrases to clarify or elaborate on their initial statement. This can be particularly useful in formal contexts such as speeches, interviews, and presentations where the speaker wants to emphasize specific points or add depth to their message. An example of upspeaking might involve saying "I'm sorry for [insert reason]" instead of simply saying "I'm sorry," which would not convey the same level of
