sidetracked
sidetracked is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, sidetracked is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofsidetracked
- To divert (a locomotive or train) on to a lesser used track in order to allow other trains to pass.
- To divert or distract (someone) from a main issue or course of action with an alternate or less relevant topic or activity; or, to use deliberate trickery or sly wordplay when talking to (a person) in order to avoid discussion of a subject.
Example: "I hope you can sidetrack the teacher with questions so we don't have to take the exam."
- To sideline; to push aside; to divert or distract from, reducing (something) to a secondary or subordinate position.
Example: "He has sidetracked this debate for far too long."
- To deviate briefly from the topic at hand.
Example: "Just to sidetrack a little bit from the subject I will explain my reasoning."
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