side issue
Example Sentences
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“So now, instead of focusing on the main issue, the side issue has become the main point. But those main issues remain, and they still need to be addressed in a clear manner.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Time after time, the real issue stands before us, and we find ourselves baying after some side issue of far less importance.
From Salon • May 13, 2023
But this, for now, is a side issue.
From BBC • May 27, 2022
Compared with that reset, tutoring may be a side issue.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2022
Investment banks also frequently carry on commercial banking as a side issue.
From Banking by Scott, William A.
