When the group-serving bias subtly influences our use of language,this is known as
A)the pride-in-the-in-group effect.
B)hate speech.
C)the linguistic intergroup bias.
D)stereotyping.

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The linguistic intergroup bias refers to the way that language use can subtly reinforce biases and prejudices towards certain groups. It can involve using more abstract and positive language when referring to one's own group, while using more concrete and negative language towards outgroups. This bias can further entrench group-serving biases and stereotypes.

When the Group-Serving Bias Subtly Influences Our Use of Language,this