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In this paper, I empirically examined why repetitions of elements, both partial and complete, that were spoken by oneself, are occurring at the unit of topics while considering the entire conversation. The analysis results can be summarized as follows: Conversation Development Functions: (A) Inter-topic cohesion: Repetitions observed at topic transition points are chosen as keywords for the content speakers want to introduce as a new topic and are used as a means to indicate the connection between topics. (B) Progression and concretization of topics: Some repetitions observed in the development of topics not only signify the connection between utterances but also serve to regulate the flow of conversation and concretize the topics. (C) Intra-topic cohesion: Utterances that repeat elements introduced in the initial part of a topic when concluding the topic serve to indicate the conclusion of the topic as well as to display cohesion within the topic. Utterance Management Functions: (D) Time gaining: Repetitions are sometimes used by speakers to buy time necessary for preparing the content of their next utterance. (E) Repair: Speakers repeat problematic elements to correct errors or enhance the listener’s understanding, thereby clarifying their own utterances. (F) Emphasis: Repetitions of previously spoken elements are employed by speakers to emphasize the content of their utterances. (G) Expression of emotions: Speakers use repetitive presentations of the same content to express their emotions or feelings. (H) Indication of attitudes: Repetitions can serve as signals indicating the speaker’s attitude towards their own utterances.