We all know that silences can be pretty awkward, and research shows that even short disruptions in conversational flow can lead to a sharp rise in distress levels.
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Prev: The ship sent up distress flares to attract the attention of the coastguard.
Next: The crew sent out a distress signal, but there was no explanation of the problem.
