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