Language has been at the core of my research from the very start. In my current work, I study language as it's used in the real world—how it plays out in everyday life and how it interacts with broader aspects of cognition, including social and physical reasoning. I'm lucky to work with thoughtful, inspiring collaborators who make the work both meaningful and fun. Together, we're always learning something new about language, especially across three main directions:

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