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Apropos

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Use 'apropos' to introduce something relevant at the perfect moment in a conversation. SlideHe mentioned his travel experience apropos to our discussion on cultural diversity.
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'Apropos of nothing' indicates bringing up a topic suddenly, without a connection to the discussion. SlideApropos of nothing, she asked about my plans for the weekend.