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go off on a tangent

Idiom Communication

Meaning

to suddenly start talking about something unrelated

Example Sentences

"He tends to go off on a tangent when discussing politics."

Related Expressions

feel off-color

to feel slightly ill

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have a bone to pick

to have a complaint or disagreement with someone

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to have a big, broad smile showing happiness

well-oiled machine

something that operates smoothly and efficiently

as honest as the day is long

completely honest and trustworthy