The phrase illustrates how people interact based on rank or status in a group. During team meetings, the pecking order became evident by who spoke the most.
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Implicit Control
Indicates an unspoken system controlling behavior and expectations within a group. Even without a formal structure, there's a clear pecking order among the students.
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Observational Clues
Used to describe roles and power positions that become clear through observation. New employees quickly learn the pecking order by watching who delegates tasks.