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a statement that does not follow the logic
-when someone is talking (or writing) about one subject or idea and jumps to another without reason
-We were discussing DNA in class, so her question about tornadoes was a real non sequitur. |
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practical point of view or practical considerations
Dealing or concerned with facts or actual occurrences; practical
-The teacher was pragmatic in planning her history lessons. |
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a short account of a particular incident or event of an interesting or amusing nature,
often biographical.
"Mrs. Richard shared an anecdote with the class that made everyone laugh." |
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Exceeding the limits of good manners; improperly forward or bold
"impertinent of a child to lecture a grownup. "
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Information that is not pertinent or is irrelevant
That information was impertinent to the problem at hand. |
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