Table 1.

Examples of Agentic and Communal Language

	Agentic Language	Communal Language
LOR-NonAAIM	X pairs his passion for research with an equal passion for clinical medicine. He is a leader on the wards and a role model at the bedside. 21: White man, narrative from clinical performance	Faculty members commented on the kindness and compassion she displayed, as well as a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration. 35: Latinx woman, narrative from clinical performance
LOR-AAIM	Fund of knowledge and clinical judgment are outstanding. In addition, he is an outstanding leader of the team—he really functioned at the level of a resident. 38: Asian man, quote from patient care section about internship	She is calm and kind in the stressful CCU environment. Very friendly and always there to help and teach. 12: White woman, 2 separate quotes from patient care and interpersonal skills

Abbreviations: LOR, letters of recommendation; AAIM, Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine; CCU, cardiac care unit.