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The transcript consists of a brief greeting, 'alright alright. Darling.'

In what context might someone use the phrase 'alright. Darling.'?

• In a casual conversation

• During a formal meeting

• In a text message

• In a heated argument

What can be inferred about the relationship between the speaker and the listener based on the dialogue?

• They are close friends

• They are strangers

• They are in a professional relationship

• They are family members