sidetrack

Example Sentences

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When Devi tries to sidetrack Dr. Ryan, she pivots the conversation.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2023

At least one powerful general tried to sidetrack it, Mr. Hammond told the Boston Globe in 1989, but he declined to name him.

From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2022

Georgieva told a conference in Washington that policymakers should adopt targeted measures to alleviate rising food and fuel prices, while avoiding steps that could fuel inflation or sidetrack monetary policy.

From Reuters • Nov. 10, 2022

Then again, he probably didn’t imagine a pandemic would sidetrack a season where he was supposed to pitch in big leagues.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 11, 2020

I led my army northward, rarely having to sidetrack; the emperor himself sent the enemies I was hunting chasing after me.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston