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digressions

Pronunciation: [daɪˈɡrɛʃənz]

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Learn how to use digressions in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “communication”

(noun) when someone talks about something that is not the main topic. It's like when you're supposed to be telling a story, but you start talking about something else that doesn’t really fit.

Example

During his speech, he included some interesting digressions that made the audience laugh.

Example

She didn't make any digressions; her talk was very focused and straight to the point.

Example

What were the digressions in your presentation about?

How to pronounce digressions

Pronunciation: [daɪˈɡrɛʃənz]

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