To avoid using nonfluencies such as um, uh, like, or you know, a speaker should:
A) Pinch himself/herself whenever one is used
B) Admit to the audience that he/she is not a good speaker
C) Ask the audience to count the nonfluencies out loud
D) Pause rather than use one of these nonfluencies

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Pausing instead of using nonfluencies allows the speaker to gather their thoughts and appear more confident and articulate. This is a common technique used by experienced public speakers. The other options may be distracting or ineffective in improving one's speaking ability.

To Avoid Using Nonfluencies Such as Um, Uh, Like, or You