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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Absence of communication; failure to communicate. uncountable

Etymology

From non- + communication.

Editorial Guides For "noncommunication"

De-escalation Language for Difficult Conversations

Use wording that lowers tension while preserving boundaries and forward progress.

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