• meco03211@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I doubt it has a formal name as that’s more of a psychological play rather than exclusively a debate action.

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      1 year ago

      The only thing I can think of that is sorta related is called the foot-in-the-door technique. You’re meeting someone halfway so they’ll be more open to your position.