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Lexical Bundles in Sarcastic News Headlines with Corpus-Assisted Digital Discourse Analysis Heri Heryono; Ida Zuraida; Ervina CM Simatupang
Jurnal Sipakatau: Inovasi Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 3 No. 4 (2026): Juni
Publisher : PT. Global Research Collaboration

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66314/sipakatau.v3i4.599

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In contemporary digital media, news headlines function not only as informational summaries but also as strategic discourse units that shape readers’ interpretation and engagement. One prominent feature of such discourse is sarcasm, which enables implicit evaluation and critique through indirect linguistic expression. However, the role of recurrent phraseological patterns in constructing sarcastic meaning remains underexplored. Drawing on corpus linguistics, particularly the lexical bundle framework proposed by Douglas Biber, this study examines how recurring multi-word sequences contribute to sarcasm in digital news headlines. This research adopts a corpus-assisted discourse analysis approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods. The dataset consists of 500 sarcastic headlines (250 from The Onion and 250 from HuffPost) obtained via Kaggle. The corpus was analyzed using AntConc to extract lexical bundles of three to five words based on frequency thresholds. The findings reveal that stance expressions constitute the dominant category (48%), followed by discourse organizers (30%) and referential expressions (22%), indicating that sarcasm is primarily constructed through evaluative language and implicit judgment. Comparative results show that The Onion employs more explicit and stylized sarcasm, while HuffPost demonstrates a more subtle and context-dependent use. This study concludes that lexical bundles function as key linguistic resources for encoding sarcasm and evaluative stance in digital discourse.
Politeness Strategies Used by the Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs in a Speech at the General Debate of the United Nations: Pragmatics Study Solleil Bellini Almora; Heri Heryono
JURNALISTRENDI : JURNAL LINGUISTIK, SASTRA, DAN PENDIDIKAN Vol 10 No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Nahdlatul Wathan Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51673/jurnalistrendi.v10i1.2334

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This study analyzes the politeness strategies employed by Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi during her speeches at the 78th United Nations General Debate. The research employs a qualitative method for data collection, utilizing speech transcripts as primary data sources. Data analysis is conducted through thematic analysis, identifying and categorizing the politeness strategies based on Brown and Levinson's politeness theory. To ensure data validity, triangulation is applied by cross-referencing the findings with expert opinions in the field of diplomatic communication. The research identifies four primary strategies: Positive Politeness, Bald-On Record, Negative Politeness, and Off-Record. Each strategy serves distinct contexts and purposes, reflecting the minister's diplomatic approach. The findings reveal that Retno Marsudi effectively utilizes these strategies to convey significant messages while considering factors such as social distance, ranking of imposition, and power dynamics in international relations. Notably, the study highlights the predominant use of Positive Politeness Strategy, which fosters solidarity and cooperation among nations. The implications of this research suggest that understanding politeness strategies can enhance diplomatic communication and foster better international relations, emphasizing the importance of cultural sensitivity in global discourse.