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Nonsequitor

Description:

A nonsequitor, also spelled non sequitur, is a statement or conclusion that does not logically follow the previous argument or statement. It is usually considered irrelevant or unrelated to the topic at hand.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A remark or statement that lacks logical coherence or relevance.

Usages:

Popular:

The term "nonsequitor" is most commonly used in discussions or debates to point out a statement or argument that seems out of place or unrelated to the current topic.

Example sentence: "Her response was a complete nonsequitor, as it had nothing to do with the question asked."

Local:

In a local context, "nonsequitor" can refer to a specific type of humor in comedy shows or performances, where unexpected and unrelated statements are intentionally used for comedic effect.

Example sentence: "The comedian's performance was filled with hilarious nonsequitors that had the audience laughing throughout the entire show."

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