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Ignoratio Elenchi

Ignoratio elenchi, also known as red herring, is a Latin term used in logic and argumentation to describe a logical fallacy where an argument or discussion diverts attention away from the main issue at hand and introduces irrelevant information or claims.

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As a Noun:

Sense 1: In logic, ignoratio elenchi occurs when an arguer presents evidence or makes points that are unrelated to the original question or argument.

Example sentence: The politician adeptly utilized ignoratio elenchi by diverting attention away from the corruption allegations and instead focusing on unrelated policy achievements.

As a Verb:

Sense 1: To ignoratio elenchi means to intentionally use diversionary tactics to avoid addressing the main issue or question.

Example sentence: The attorney cunningly ignoratio elenchi'd the prosecutor's question, skillfully redirecting the discussion to a different topic altogether.

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