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Emotional LeveragePlay
Used to describe actions exploiting people's emotions or weaknesses strategically. SlidePoliticians often play upon public fears during election campaigns.
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Persuasion ContextPlay
Common in situations where someone is trying to persuade or influence others. SlideThe lawyer played upon the jury's sympathy to win the case.
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Subtle InfluencePlay
The influence is often subtle and indirect, not obvious manipulation. SlideAdvertisers play upon our desire for status to sell luxury goods.