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Apropos

usgb/ˌæprəˈpəʊ/Volume
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Timely Relevance

Use 'apropos' to introduce something relevant at the perfect moment in a conversation.

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He mentioned his travel experience apropos to our discussion on cultural diversity.
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Unexpected Shift

'Apropos of nothing' indicates bringing up a topic suddenly, without a connection to the discussion.

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Apropos of nothing, she asked about my plans for the weekend.
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