What is another word for goes off tangent?
Pronunciation: [ɡə͡ʊz ˈɒf tˈand͡ʒənt] (IPA) 
When someone goes off tangent, they digress from the topic at hand and start talking about something that's not related. There are several synonyms you can use to describe this behavior. For instance, you can say that someone is going on a tangent, veering off on a tangent, or straying from the point. If they're completely changing the subject, you could say that they're taking a detour or going down a rabbit hole. Another way to describe this behavior is to say that someone is getting sidetracked or distracted. Regardless of how you choose to describe it, going off tangent can be frustrating for those trying to stay on topic.
