John Searle is an influential American philosopher, particularly known for his work in the philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, and social philosophy. Born on July 31, 1932, Searle is best known for several key contributions, including: 1. **Speech Act Theory**: Searle expanded upon J.L. Austin's work on how language functions in social contexts, arguing that communication involves not only conveying propositions but also performing actions through language (e.g.
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