In relationships, formalized patterns of actions or words that are followed regularly and are indicators of relational uniqueness are called
A) personal idioms.
B) relational dialectics.
C) uncertainty reducers.
D) rituals.

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The question describes patterns of actions or words that are followed regularly, which is a hallmark of rituals. Personal idioms refer to slang or shorthand language unique to a particular relationship, while relational dialectics refer to the tension between opposing forces (such as intimacy vs. independence) within a relationship. Uncertainty reducers are strategies that people use to try to decrease their own uncertainty about a situation.

In Relationships, Formalized Patterns of Actions or Words That Are