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noun • a line spoken by an actor to the audience but not intended for others on the stage • a message that departs from the main subject adverb • on or to one side • out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) • not taken into account or excluded from consideration • in a different direction • placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose • in reserve; not for immediate use | ||||||||
24% | 11 | Popular dramatic device used in dramatic or comedic works. | ||||||
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22% | 9 | A ploy to deceive or trap someone | ||||||
noun • the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise verb • wait in hiding to attack | ||||||||
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