DERAILING Meaning and
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Derailing is a term that is primarily used to describe the act of diverting or deviating from the original course or intended direction of something, typically a discussion, conversation, or plan. It involves causing a diversion or disruption that shifts the focus or attention away from the main topic or objective. Derailing often occurs when someone introduces an unrelated or tangential issue, bringing up a point or perspective that is not relevant to the ongoing conversation or way of thinking.
In the context of discussions or debates, derailing may be employed as a tactic to undermine or distract from the main point being made by intentionally steering the conversation in a different direction. This may be done consciously or unintentionally, but the result is a loss of focus and coherence in the conversation. The purpose of derailing can vary depending on the individual's intentions. It can be employed to deflect criticism, avoid accountability, or simply to challenge the prevailing narrative.
Derailing can be detrimental to productive and constructive discussions as it hinders progress and resolution. It can cause frustration, confusion, and can prevent a thorough exploration of the original topic or issue at hand. Recognizing and addressing derailing behavior is important in maintaining the integrity of discussions and ensuring that the conversation remains on track.
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Etymology of DERAILING
The word derailing comes from the combination of the prefix de- which indicates reverse or undoing, and the term rail, which refers to the tracks or pathways on which trains travel. The verb to derail originally referred to the act of causing a train to leave its tracks. Over time, the term has been metaphorically extended to describe instances where a discussion or a conversation is diverted from its intended or focused direction, as if being knocked off track, or, in a sense, derailed.
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