Perlocutionary effects can vary depending on the context from "summary" of How to Do Things with Words by John Langshaw Austin,J. L. Austin
When considering the effects of an utterance on the listener, one must take into account the context in which the speech act is performed. The perlocutionary effects of a statement can vary depending on the circumstances in which it is made. For example, the same words spoken in a casual conversation among friends may have a different impact than if they were said in a formal setting such as a courtroom.
The relationship between the speaker and the listener, as well as the setting in which the communication takes place, play a crucial role in determining how the listener interprets and responds to the speech act. A statement that is intended as a joke among friends may be perceived as offensive if made in a different context where the listener does not share the same rapport with the speaker.
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