It is a guess, not interpretation, which altogether departs from the letter.

Explanation

Construction that abandons the text entirely is mere speculation; interpretation must remain tethered to the words actually used, however broadly or liberally they may be read.

Where this applies

• Their reading of the statute abandons the text entirely — that's guesswork, not interpretation.
• You can read broadly but you can't completely depart from what the words say.
• Interpretation must stay tethered to the actual text, not fly off into speculation.

See also

• 10.1.12 It is guessing, not interpretation, that altogether departs from the letter.
• 10.2.10 From the words of the law there must be no departure.