What are ongoing debates within the field of linguistic relativity?
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Answer
Linguistic relativism claims that language influences thought, while linguistic universalism asserts the existence of innate, language-independent concepts. Debates concern the extent of language's influence, and whether it operates at a subconscious level or affects conscious thought.
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