There is a sort of opposite to assurance, where someone communicates their intention to do something (not merely a prediction that they will do it), but without creating any responsibility to follow through. This is usually done via non-verbal communication, like tone of voice, facial expression and “body language”. The fact that the intention was communicated non-verbally creates plausible deniability. This happens, for example, in relationships. E.g. when asking after a date if they want to go to his/her room.
There is a sort of opposite to assurance, where someone communicates their intention to do something (not merely a prediction that they will do it), but without creating any responsibility to follow through. This is usually done via non-verbal communication, like tone of voice, facial expression and “body language”. The fact that the intention was communicated non-verbally creates plausible deniability. This happens, for example, in relationships. E.g. when asking after a date if they want to go to his/her room.