Some deflections for argument's sake Crossword Clue
Looking for the answer to “Some deflections for argument's sake” from the New York Times crossword of March 14, 2026? It has 12 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.
Crossword answer
NEW YORK TIMES, MARCH 14, 2026
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WHATABOUTISM is the answer to “Some deflections for argument's sake”. It means the act of responding to an accusation by pointing out a different offence.
Hints
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Hint 1 Meaning
The act of responding to an accusation by pointing out a different offence.
Hint 2 Anagram
Its letters, scrambled: AUWBSTTHOMAI.
Hint 3 Another clue
It has also been clued as “Deflection technique”.
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What is the answer to “Some deflections for argument's sake”?
WHATABOUTISM, 12 letters: the act of responding to an accusation by pointing out a different offence.
When was “Some deflections for argument's sake” last seen in a crossword?
In the New York Times crossword of March 14, 2026.
How many letters does the answer have?
12 letters, starting with W.