Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sidetrack
verb
/ˌsaɪdˈtræk/
Definition
To divert from the main issue or path.
Examples
- Don’t let minor details sidetrack you from completing your project.
- She was sidetracked by an interesting conversation and forgot about her meeting.
Meaning
To distract someone from their main activity or goal.
Synonyms
- Divert
- Distract
- Detour
- Deflect