Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sidetracking
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The show is deviating from the order of Kennedy's books, which explored the romance between Logan and Grace in the second installment, The Mistake.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026 -
Charles Melton sweetly dedicated an award to his wife and newborn daughter, deviating from his famously private nature.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is paramount in averting wildfires during these perilous conditions.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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The union representing roughly 2,000 hospitality workers at SoFi Stadium announced a tentative contract agreement Tuesday, averting a potential strike days before the venue hosts its first FIFA World Cup match.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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Canada is up 5-0 in the 75th minute after Qatar's Mohammad Al Manai went to clear a shot on goal by Jacob Shaffelburg, only to end up deflecting it into the net for yet another goal for Canada.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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The ball never reached Pepi, deflecting off Australia defender Cameron Burgess and into the Socceroos’ net for an own-goal.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 June 2026
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In a social media post Saturday afternoon, the Kansas City Police Department wrote that bags that don’t meet the event’s clear bag policy were diverting law enforcement resources, as those bags have to be thoroughly inspected.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
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The California Highway Patrol temporarily shut down all westbound lanes of the freeway, diverting traffic onto Irwindale Avenue, before opening up one lane.—
Laurence Darmiento
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Pressing for clearer answers For months, frustration among stakeholders has centered on numbers that keep shifting as the district revises its budget projections.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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Congress holds power of the purse The shifting funds are certain to ignite growing concerns in Congress over the separation of powers, and the president’s use of federal funds allocated by lawmakers.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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With basic mobile coverage reaching 91% of the population, companies are redirecting their money toward advanced 5G networks and high-speed fiber lines.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
19 June 2026
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The third pillar focuses on promoting financial and economic incentives such as redirecting agricultural subsidies toward regenerative practices and phasing out incentives that entrench linear production.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
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Carolina also surrendered a high number of goals before switching from Frederik Andersen to Brandon Bussi, who allowed three goals in Game 4 and two more in Game 5.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Peacock is also switching tactics from past channels’ campaigns for espionage series.—
Whitney Friedlander,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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Big dollars are veering into the best practices for harness engineering.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The blush-pink colorway and delicate bow feel feminine without veering overly precious, while the sporty sole lends a casual touch.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
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“Sidetracking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sidetracking. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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