A play-off the term intertextuality, extratextuality occurs when someone gets offended by reading something extra into what was actually said. It's been a favorite game of left-wing snow flakes but is becoming more widespread. A good example is Cathy Newman's infamous 'So what you're really saying is...' interview.
By feigning offence Kim displayed her well-honed extratextual skills.
As both sides tried to claim the moral high ground, the argument slowly sank into a lurid parade of extratextuality.
As both sides tried to claim the moral high ground, the argument slowly sank into a lurid parade of extratextuality.
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(n.) Content related to a piece of media that isn't a direct part of it. Think mini-episodes, standalone animations, offshoot series, etc.
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