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Group RepresentationPlay
Used when one person expresses the thoughts or decisions of a group. SlideOur class president will speak for all of us during the assembly.
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Consent RequiredPlay
Be sure that you have permission to speak on another person's behalf. SlideI'll speak for my colleague, as she asked me to.
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Authority SpeakerPlay
Often, a person needs recognized authority to speak for others. SlideAs their lawyer, I am authorized to speak for my clients.