non sequiturs

noun

Definition of non sequitursnext
plural of non sequitur
as in remarks
a statement that is not connected in a logical or clear way to anything said before it We were talking about the new restaurant when she threw in some non sequitur about her dog.

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  1. feedback
  2. observations
  3. communications
Noun
  • The mix had gotten somewhat clearer by the third song, which is right around the time the feedback issues started.
    Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Teachers and community members have given great feedback about Murphy, Crosset said.
    Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of feedback
Noun
  • Morrison’s observations of Jonathan take the form of quips.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Atlanta Art Week was born from Walker’s observations of the city’s growing art atmosphere.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of observations
Noun
  • Eight will be used to launch Amazon Kuiper internet relay satellites, six are reserved to launch Boeing's Starliner crew ferry ship to the International Space Station and one is earmarked to boost a Viasat communications satellite into orbit.
    William Harwood, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Engaging With Global Governance For Mutual Benefit A Development Attaché is not merely a promoter of economic interests but a key actor in shaping global communications to ensure that national priorities align with global governance frameworks.
    Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of communications
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Thesaurus Entries Near non sequiturs

non sequitur

non sequiturs

nonsimultaneous

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“Non sequiturs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/non%20sequiturs. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

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