Digression WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? T
2 ? A
3 ? N
4 ? G
5 ? E
6 ? N
7 ? T
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a line that just brushes against the curve of conversation.

      Hint 2

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      A ??????? is a sudden change of course in a conversation or thought, often unrelated to the main topic.

      Hint 3

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      In mathematics, a '???????' is a line that touches a curve at a single point without crossing it, which metaphorically relates to a digression in conversation that touches on a point before moving away. The term is often used to describe a sudden change in topic that diverges from the main subject.

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      Conversational offshoot ... or, when parsed as two words, a hint to 17-Down, Line touching a curve at a single point, touching line, line that touches a circle

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Digression” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated November 10 2025, the definitive 7-letter answer is: TANGENT.

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