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Placing an object such as a bag, cup or phone between oneself and another person.
Feeling uneasy a person draws a coffee cup in front of the chest and holds it there.
A barrier can signal a wish for protection or distance from the person opposite.
Objects are often placed for convenience, so look for whether the barrier appears under stress.
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