detour

Example Sentences

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In the report, the unnamed firefighters wrote that their deep-fried detour did not delay medical treatment for the 57-year-old woman and that they arrived at the scene at the same time as Medic 3.

From Washington Times

In Raymond, the sheriff’s office said before noon Thursday that residents could “return safely to their homes,” warning that road detours remain near the site.

From Washington Post

A successful high school wrestler, winning back-to-back state titles in Georgia his junior and senior years, Cody instead took a detour to Los Angeles to follow his acting dreams.

From Los Angeles Times

Like the game, the team’s initial mission rapidly spirals into detours; the goal is less interesting than the brainstorming sessions that get them to the finish.

From New York Times

This is all a detour from your question, but maybe it’ll help you set down some of these confessions instead of lugging them around.

From Washington Post