Digression

noun · SAT

Meaning: A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.

Example

The professor's frequent digressions made the lecture hard to follow.

Practice question

Which choice best matches the meaning of “digression”?

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D) A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.. “Digression” means: A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.

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