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COMPLIMENT SPEECH ACTS: GENDER REPRESENTATION AND
SELF IMAGE OF JISOO BLACKPINK IN INSTAGRAM COMMENT
SECTIONS
Fajriani Fitri1 1Universitas Gadjah Mada .
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Abstrak Penelitian ini meneliti tindak tutur ekspresif pujian yang ditujukan kepada Jisoo Blackpink, dengan menggunakan teori tindak tutur dan teori representasi gender.
Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif deskriptif dan teknik dokumentasi, penelitian ini menganalisis 100 komentar di 8 unggahan Instagram Jisoo Blackpink.
Temuan menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar pujian berfokus pada penampilan fisik, citra diri, memperkuat peran gender tradisional yang memprioritaskan kecantikan daripada bakat.
Namun, beberapa komentar juga mengakui kepribadian dan fashion Jisoo yang dianggap sangat menarik.
Penelitian ini memberikan wawasan tentang bagaimana pujian berkontribusi pada representasi gender dan citra diri di kolom komentar unggahan Instagram Jisoo.
Penelitian ini juga menyoroti hubungan yang kompleks antara kecantikan, bakat, dan gender dalam penggambaran idola perempuan.
Kata Kunci: Tindak tutur.
Pujian.
Representasi gender.
Jisoo Blackpink Abstract This study examines expressive speech acts of compliment directed at Jisoo Blackpink, using speech act theory and gender representation theory.
Using descriptive qualitative research methods and documentation techniques, this study analyzed 100 comments on 8 of Jisoo Blackpink's Instagram The findings show that most of the compliments focused on her physical appearance, selfimage, reinforcing traditional gender roles that prioritize beauty over talent.
However, some comments also recognized Jisoo's personality and fashion, which are considered very attractive.
This study provides insights into how compliments contribute to gender representations and selfimage in the comment sections of Jisoo's Instagram posts.
It also highlights the complex relationship between beauty, talent and gender in the portrayal of female idols.
Keywords: Speech acts.
Compliments.
Gender representation.
Jisoo Blackpink Introduction beloved stars.
Among these platforms.
In recent years, social media platforms Instagram has become a go-to space for have revolutionized the way individuals fans to engage directly with their idols.
interact with one another, particularly in This interaction often takes the form of the context of celebrity culture (Cashmore, comments on posts, where fans adore, support, compliment and delight their transformed the way we interact with each favorite celebrities.
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interactions shape celebrity identities and followers hanging on to her every post, influence public perceptions of gender.
Jisoo's Instagram feed is a treasure trove of focusing on Jisoo, this study provides a comments that reveal the intricacies of gender representation and self-image in intersection of gender representation and contemporary society.
As researchers have social media, particularly in K-pop culture, characterized by its highly curated images significant site for the negotiation of and performances.
The K-pop industry identity, particularly for young women" often emphasizes visual appeal and talent, (Gill, 2.
Jisoo's online presence, in creating a complex environment where particular, offers a fascinating case study of female idols like Jisoo are celebrated and how celebrities navigate the complexities of Understanding the nature of online engagement and self-representation.
the compliments directed at her can reveal The phenomenon of social media how fans navigate their admiration and celebrity compliments raises important how this admiration is framed within social "social interactions and their implications for Social media, especially Instagram in individuals and broader cultural contexts.
the entertainment industry, has become an Compliments, as a form of expressive important part of our daily lives.
However, speech act, serve not only to convey research on social media interactions and admiration, but also to reinforce social celebrity identity is still limited, especially norms and expectations regarding gender, in the context of K-pop.
This study is for example.
Jisoo Blackpink.
By analyzing crucial because it can provide insight into how social media can influence public perceptions of gender and identity through expressive speech acts of compliment.
This fashion, and self-image.
As we know the study can also help us understand how K- pop celebrities use social media to promote themselves online can have a profound themselves and engage with their fans.
impact on their sense of self and identity Jisoo's Instagram comments can serve as a (Goffman, valuable data source for analyzing social compliments directed at Jisoo, we can gain media interactions between Jisoo and her a deeper understanding of how online fans, and for understanding the impact of social media on public perceptions of ourselves and others.
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acts of compliment in the Instagram draws on theoretical frameworks that have comment section of Jisoo Blackpink, which is highly relevant to the study of gender Specifically, this study is representation and self-image.
This topic is grounded in Speech Act Theory and particularly significant in the context of Gender Representation Theory.
According gender representation and self-image.
One to Searle .
speech act is a theory that key aspect of this research is how Jisoo's explains the meaning of expressions by Instagram presence shapes her self-image considering the rules that apply when and the expectations that society places on performing speech acts in accordance with her as a celebrity.
By focusing on Jisoo, the the context.
Speech acts are divided into study seeks to reveal broader cultural locution, illocution, and perlocution.
Based implications and understand how the on the type of illocution, they are further compliments she receives play a role in divided into 5 types, namely assertive, shaping her identity.
To achieve this, the research utilizes speech act theory and declarative speech act (Searle, 1.
In this study, the focus is on examining the together offer valuable insights into the expressive speech act of compliment in the intricate connections between social media, celebrity culture, and the dynamics of Jisoo Blackpink's Instagram posts.
gender in our contemporary world.
This study is guided by several key representation Theory provides a lens research questions that aim to delve deeper through which to examine how gender is constructed and represented in media.
The way we talk about women in the social compliments are directed at Jisoo in the media can have a profound impact on how comment sections of her Instagram posts? we perceive them and themselves.
That's Second, how do these compliments reflect why gender representation Theory is such issues of gender representation and impact a powerful tool for examining how gender Jisoo's self-image? Lastly, why is it essential is constructed and represented in the social to analyze these compliments within the media (Butler & Trouble, 1.
This theory broader context of gender dynamics and is particularly relevant in the context of K- celebrity culture? pop, where female idols are often subjected First.
To explore these questions, the research to rigid standards of beauty and behavior.
will utilize a qualitative content analysis Based on the background that has been This explained, here are the reasons why the selection of Jisoo's Instagram posts along author is researching expressive speech with the comments they received.
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window," where the speaker hopes the types and analyzing their meanings, the listener will take the requested action.
study seeks to uncover how social media Commissives interactions not only shape the identities of This type of speech act involves the celebrities like Jisoo but also influence speaker's commitment to perform a certain public perceptions of gender in our society.
action in the future.
Examples include Through this analysis, the research aims to promises or offers.
For instance, "I promise shed light on the intricate relationship to help you tomorrow," where the speaker between social media, celebrity culture, commits to a specific action.
and gender representation.
Expressives This research is grounded in two main This type of speech act is used to theories that help us understand:
express the speaker's feelings or emotions.
Speech Act Theory the theory of speech Examples include expressions of gratitude, acts explains how language is not only apologies, compliment, or expressions of used to convey information but also to For example, "I am very sorry speech acts (Searle.
Searle about that incident," where the speaker based on conveys a feeling of regret.
illocutionary force, which refers to the Declaratives intention or goal that the speaker aims to This type of speech act functions to achieve when using language.
Here is an change the state of the world simply by explanation of the types of speech acts uttering certain words.
Examples include based on their illocutionary force according to Searle:
For instance, "I declare you Representatives husband and wife," where the utterance This type of speech act is used to state something that is considered true or to describe a state of the world.
Examples Gender Representation Theory include statements, descriptions, or claims.
Understanding Gender Representation For instance, when someone says, "The Theory is crucial for grasping the wider weather is very sunny today," they are cultural implications of the compliment conveying information that can be verified.
Directives compliments are not merely personal This type of speech act aims to request These or direct the listener to do something.
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Yoga & Roselani .
, crucial role in constructing and reinforcing and Marsela & Asnawi .
Research by gender norms, often portraying women in Christina expressive speech acts by netizens in This Amna responding to rising oil prices on Instagram portrayal can lead to the internalization of @infopadang_id.
these norms by audiences, influencing their qualitative approach, data were collected understanding of gender and femininity.
Gender Representation Theory Using comments posted between March 16 and explores the ways in which gender is March depicted and constructed in the media, identified: anger, irritation, resignation, influencing our perceptions of social norms and expectations.
This theory provides a disappointment, ignorance, suspiciousness, useful framework for understanding the compliments directed at Jisoo, as they often identity and responses.
For Ten Then, research by Fitriyah et al.
compliment and criticism in BBC Arabic compliment Jisoo for her beauty or fashion Instagram comments.
Using a descriptive- choices, these comments do more than just qualitative approach, 200 comments from express admiration.
they also reinforce January specific standards of attractiveness and collected through purposive behavior that society tends to expect from Based on 200 comments from January to women, especially those in the spotlight.
February, criticism .
%) dominates over By looking closely at these compliments, we can gain insights into how they either align with or push back against traditional media, contrasting with traditional Arab- ideas of femininity.
This includes the focus Islamic values.
The study aims to influence on beauty, personality, overall appeal, and language use on these platforms.
Next, research by Ramaputra & Meilasari .
Ultimately.
February .
%), complex ways in which social expectations comments on Sam Smith's Instagram post shape the way we view and celebrate about their album Gloria.
Using Norrick's female figures like Jisoo.
classification, 52 comments were Research on expressive speech acts has analyzed, identifying five types: thanking, been done by Christina & Amna .
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contribution to the existing body of work on social media interactions and celebrity understanding of expressive speech acts in identity, especially within the vibrant K- social media contexts.
pop scene.
It also seeks to reveal how these The Research by Yoga & Roselani .
interactions influence social views on Ultimately.
Instagram regarding mental health in findings from this study are expected to America, deepen our understanding of the complex @gemmacorrell.
Seven types were found, dynamics between celebrities and their with compliments .
being most frequent.
fans, enriching the ongoing conversation Most expressions were explicit and direct.
about the role of social media in shaping The findings reveal a shift from real-life to celebrity culture.
digital support, urging further research on Research Method social media, language, and mental health.
Data and Data Source Lastly, research by Marsela & Asnawi this research was collected from Jisoo's comments on @Erick Thohir's TikTok about Instagram account, focusing on several of her posts from September to November qualitative descriptive method, the study From 8 Instagram posts on Jisoo's found the most common expressive speech comment section, 100 data points or function was expecting .
, followed by thanking .
, complaining relevance and frequency of compliment.
, compliment .
, and sarcasm .
The The selection process involved identifying prevalent expressions of hope reflect the posts that received significant interaction to public's desire for Indonesia to remain the host of the U-20 World Cup, responding to represented a broader fan engagement on FIFA's decision.
her account.
The comments we collected U-20 National Team.
For this research, the data source for Using The aim of this research is to analyze Jisoo were then grouped into different categories of compliment, such as beauty, personality.
Instagram and to understand how social media interactions can influence celebrity categorization is really important because it identities and public perceptions of gender.
helps us understand which aspects of By focusing on this dynamic, the study Jisoo's identity resonate most with her fans.
hopes to shed light on the relationship It also sheds light on the values and between celebrities and their fans in the expectations society has regarding female realm of social media.
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and organizing them into a table.
The Data
Collection Data
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comments, taking appeal, and fashion.
The statements in expressive speech acts of compliment on categories are analyzed using speech act Jisoo Blackpink's Instagram The qualitative approach offers a Drawing conclusions from the overall data richer understanding of the data because it Result and Discussion interpretations behind the comments and Types of Compliments The analysis of the comments directed nuanced understanding of the data (Braun at Jisoo revealed four primary categories of & Clarke, 2.
The comments were examined in a qualitative way, focusing on Documentation aspects of her identity and self image.
The uncovering patterns and themes in the distribution of these compliments provides insight into how fans perceive and engage with her as a celebrity.
researchers to gather insights from various written sources that are relevant to their Beauty: The most frequent category of study, highlighting the importance of compliments, highlighting the emphasis context in understanding qualitative data (Denzin Lincoln.
The Personality: Significant representation, documentation techniques, specifically by taking screenshots of the comments section personal qualities beyond looks.
Jisoo's Overall Appeal: Shows a balanced view, on Jisoo Blackpink's Instagram posts.
capturing these interactions, researchers can tap into the genuine perspectives and attractiveness and charm.
Fashion:
reactions of fans towards Jisoo.
While Jisoo's Data collection was carried out through prevalent than beauty or personality, the following steps: .
searching for Jisoo's suggesting a focus on Jisoo's personal Instagram September Table.
Chart of Compliment Categories November.
Viewing each post one by one and reading the comments.
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In this study, expressive speech acts focus Frequency Percentage on compliments found in 8 posts from Jisoo Beauty Personality Overall Appeal Fashion expressive speech acts of compliments in Total the comment section of Jisoo Blackpink's Blackpink's Context respondents or 82%.
This shows just how Beauty of Jisoo Blackpink recorded the highest frequency with 58 data is as follows:
Blackpink show that the "Beauty" category Instagram posts.
The explanation of this the Instagram comments for Jisoo from (@sooya__).
Based on the results of this Expressive speech acts of compliment in Instagram In the uploaded photo.
Jisoo is in the car Jisoo.
to go to the Dior event.
Jisoo wore an Following that, her AupersonalityAy also all-black outfit with her black hair in shines through, with 20 respondents or 9 % one ponytail.
Jisoo posed elegantly and compliment her kind and warm nature.
beautifully while smiling faintly.
Comments in this category often reflect Utterance admiration for her character.
When it @adelynnchong: The amazing about Jisoo is she always stands in front of the appreciation for how she carries herself, public with a genuine smile, not fake showcasing that her charm goes beyond smile, and she looks beautiful on the just looks.
Finally, the "Fashion" category inside (Data No.
: .
Auoverall appealAy.
Based respondents or 3%, regarding the fashion Overall, itAos evident that beauty is the most Jisoo, expressive speech act made by Instagram often worn by Jisoo from Blackpink.
@adelynnchong Jisoo Blackpink.
The utterance combines appreciation for both personality, overall appeal, and fashion JisooAos sense also earn their share of love.
The user highlights JisooAos smile, describing it as genuine rather than Compliment Speech Acts fake, which reflects her authentic and Expressive speech acts are a type of speech act that serves to state or express the Additionally, utterance "she looks beautiful on the speaker's attitudes, feelings, or emotions inside" emphasizes admiration for Jisoo's toward a particular situation or condition.
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shows the social function of compliment, expresses compliment but also helps build which is to strengthen the sense of a positive image of Jisoo as a sincere and closeness and give deep appreciation to authentic public figure.
Such comments show that compliment in expressive speech Personality of Jisoo Blackpink acts is not solely focused on visual aspects but also values the inner qualities of a Context : In the uploaded photo.
Jisoo posed for a mirror selfie with her white Jisoo also wrote a caption to remind Context her fans that winter has arrived.
In the uploaded photo.
Jisoo is posing Utterance sitting on her side with her hair down, wearing a jacket and shoes.
Even @splotrc: Jisoo, you are very kind, very though Jisoo is not smiling, she is still beautiful, you are the best idol IR (Data beautiful despite wearing light makeup.
No.
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Utterance Based on data number 59, @splotrc's @michels091 You love you jisoo, you are the most perfect woman in the world.
I always want to see you happy and By writing utterances Auvery achieving everything you want.
(Data kindAy and Authe best idol,Ay it shows No.
: .
appreciation for Jisoo's kind nature and Jisoo Blackpink's In data number 39, the expressive status as an admired idol.
In this utterance, speech act conveyed by @michels091 is a the personality aspect is the main focus.
Jisoo Blackpink.
In this utterance, the user compliment for Jisoo's appearance.
This expresses love and appreciation for Jisoo's combination of personality and appearance beauty, by calling Jisoo Authe most perfect recognition reflects fans views that Jisoo is woman in the worldAy.
In addition, the not only physically outstanding, but also utterance also conveys a sincere wish for morally and emotionally.
Such expressions Jisoo to always be happy and achieve all show a close emotional connection between fans and their idols, where compliment is This for Jisoo not only limited to what is seen, but also to personally, but also builds a stronger the values that Jisoo represents.
This speech emotional connection between fans and act reinforces the positive image of Jisoo as Through this kind of speech act, fans a public figure who is not only visually place Jisoo in a very ideal position and appealing, but also inspiring through her provide moral support.
This speech act kind personality.
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which makes her look more attractive and beautiful.
Context Utterance In the uploaded photo.
Jisoo posed for a mirror selfie with a slightly grumpy @_021_tata_016: Jisoo.
I'm more and Jisoo is wearing a sweater more obsessed with you.
You're the and jeans that look beautiful.
most beautiful girl I've ever seen in Utterance Korea, you charmed me, your voice, your laugh, your way of being @lavenderhzae: Your beauty is both yourself, your hair, your smell, your inside and out (Data No.
: .
All of this, charmed me, and all The expressive speech act in data of this is perfect in you.
I love you number 52, written by @lavenderhzae, is Jisoo, never give up because of haters, a compliment to Jisoo Blackpink's overall you're here to hear support and not The statement "Your beauty is both listen to haters, right? We, fans, are inside and out" highlights Jisoo's beauty, always supporting you! (Data No.
: .
which is not only visible physically but also Based radiates from within.
This compliment reflects the view that Jisoo possesses a and outer beauty, the user appreciates not such as her eyes, hair, and scent, to her moral values, personality, and character.
personal character, including the way Jisoo stays true to herself, her voice, and her demonstrates a comprehensive recognition of the idol, portraying Jisoo as an ideal and The "All charmed me, and all of this is perfect in inspiring figure.
Such compliments help to you" emphasizes that Jisoo is perceived as build a positive image of Jisoo as a public an ideal and captivating figure in every figure who is captivating in all aspects, both physically and internally.
ranging from her physical appearance, only Jisoo's visual aspects but also her reflects a deep level of admiration through By acknowledging both inner Blackpink's overall appeal.
The utterance appearance and her positive personality or @_021_tata_016 is a compliment to Jisoo harmony between her captivating outer This Additionally.
Context support by encouraging Jisoo not to give in In the uploaded photo.
Jisoo is posing while kissing a red balloon.
Jisoo is highlights the role of compliments in wearing a jacket from tommyhilfiger This relationship between fans and their idol.
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Jisoo is wearing a white jacket from @alo.
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Jisoo looks beautiful and sweet with her smile.
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Utterance Fashion of Jisoo Blackpink @itzjust_rayee It's the dress to impress jacket queen has served (Data No.
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Context In the uploaded photo.
Jisoo is Based wearing a white shirt, gray jacket and Jisoo's @itzjust_rayee is a compliment to Jisoo Blackpink's fashion style.
The utterance "It's looking at the dslr camera.
the dress to impress jacket queen has Utterance served" highlights Jisoo's ability to mix and match outfits to create an impressive look.
@kieumy_90: woah Jisoo looks so cool Utterance with glasses (Data No.
: .
"dress admiration for Jisoo's choice of attire.
In data number 75, the expressive which is not only stylish but also leaves a speech act delivered by @kieumy_90 is a lasting impression.
The term "jacket queen" compliment to Jisoo Blackpink's fashion further emphasizes respect for Jisoo as a The utterance "woah Jisoo looks so fashion icon who can showcase elegant and cool with glasses" expresses admiration for charismatic styles through details like JisooAos This wearing glasses.
This utterance highlights compliments Jisoo's fashion choices but appreciation for Jisoo's unique style, which also reinforces her position as an influential successfully creates a "cool" impression.
figure in fashion trends.
The use of the word "woah" as an opening Gender Representation and Self Image conveys an element of positive surprise.
This compliment not only focuses on the accessory worn but also on JisooAos ability to directed at Jisoo Blackpink not only serves look captivating in various styles.
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generation" by @evemdrg reflects gender @raniya.
66: beauty face of korea is representation by highlighting the qualities Kim jisoo (Data No.
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traditionally associated with self image In data number 9, the utterance femininity, such as kindness, humility, and "beauty face of Korea is Kim Jisoo" by This compliment positions Jisoo as @raniya.
an ideal example of these gender norms, representation plays a role in framing where women are appreciated for their pleasant personality.
From the perspective This highlights Jisoo's physical beauty as a defining characteristic and self image, comment shows how social expectations portraying her as the "beauty face of shape perceptions of women, reinforcing Korea.
" The utterance not only expresses the idea that women must meet certain personal admiration but also reinforces standards to be valued.
Jisoo, through her specific beauty standards constructed by media and society.
In this context, a representation of these ideals.
woman's beauty often becomes a primary and kind person, true blinks are always with you and all members focusing on physical appearance as a jisoo you are very sweet, humble, theory, this comment demonstrates that @mrsasad001: Hello my dear sister in the entertainment industry.
From the Remark indicator of her value or identity, especially (Data No.
: .
Based expectations of women.
As a symbol of utterance "Hello my dear sister Jisoo you national beauty.
Jisoo represents how are very sweet, humble, and kind person, gender norms are reinforced through such true blinks are always with you and all compliments, further establishing women's members" by @mrsasad001 reflects gender roles as cultural aesthetic representations in representation theory by emphasizing traits the public and media spheres.
traditionally associated with self image Remark "sweet," @evemdrg: Jisoo is a breath of fresh air.
"humble," and "kind.
" These qualities align So sweet, humble, nice, kind and so with social expectations of how women, funny in today's generation.
(Data No.
especially public figures, should behave.
The utterance "dear sister" adds a sense of In data number 25, the utterance warmth, reinforcing the nurturing role "Jisoo is a breath of fresh air.
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how female idols like Jisoo are valued and understood by society.
In the context of celebrity culture, reinforcement of traditional gender roles in these compliments also shape the publicAos expectations of how women in the spotlight Compliments Jisoo should look, act, and present themselves.
Blackpink reflect gender representation By examining these patterns, we can better issues by emphasizing traditional social understand the pressures female idols face norms that prioritize womenAos physical to conform to these ideals and how these appearance over their talents.
Comments dynamics contribute to the construction of her beauty self-identities.
Such reinforce the idea that women are valued analysis highlights the need for more primarily for their looks, aligning with diverse and equitable representations of gender representation theory.
This focus women in media, fostering a culture that appreciates their talents and achievements JisooAos self-image simultaneously boosting her confidence as alongside their appearance.
Discussion overshadowing her skills as a performer.
This study reinforces existing research Such compliments highlight the tension on gender representation, self image, and between social expectations and personal the role of compliment in shaping public identity, illustrating how media and public perceptions of female idols.
Although perception shape the way female idols are research on expressive speech acts of viewed and how they perceive themselves.
compliment with Jisoo Blackpink as the Compliments in the Context of Gender object of study is still rare, this study wants Dynamics and Celebrity Culture to answer further research that discusses Analyzing these compliments within gender representation.
The data shows that the broader context of gender dynamics most of the comments directed at Jisoo and celebrity culture is essential because Blackpink they reveal how social norms and media appearance rather than her talent as a representations influence perceptions of singer or artist.
This is in line with gender Blacpink.
representation theory, which suggests that Compliments often reflect and reinforce social expectations often prioritize women's Jisoo appearance over their professional abilities.
While these findings support previous relational traits over professional skills.
research, they also highlight a more This focus perpetuates stereotypes, limiting Compliments Jisoo.
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