Fourth-wall-breaking comment Crossword Clue

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Fourth-wall-breaking comment Crossword Answer

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(adverb)
1. out of the way (especially away from one’s thoughts)
2. in a different direction
(noun)
1. a message that departs from the main subject
2. a line spoken by an actor to the audience but not intended for others on the stage

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

COMMENT (verb)
1. provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
2. make or write a comment on
COMMENT (noun)
1. a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people
2. a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
BREAKING (noun)
1. the act of breaking something

Hint 3: Anagram

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