Sentence examples for were sidetracked from inspiring English sources

Dictionary

were sidetracked

verb

To divert (a locomotive) on to a lesser used track in order to allow other trains to pass.

Exact(19)

Soon, dozens of cases were sidetracked by endless technical argument.

The mental, emotional and physical preparations were sidetracked.

En route to Ellis Island, they were sidetracked by a memorial service.

And when you saw the celebrities doing parodies people were sidetracked from the cheesiness of the situation.

As we crossed the Idaho state line, our plans were sidetracked by two weak bladders -- my daughter's and mine.

At this point, the conspirators were sidetracked by an idea that, had they gone through with it, would have saved twenty-two lives.

Show more...

Similar(41)

"We can't be sidetracked.

'I was sidetracked into opera.

"It's just been sidetracked".

But the restless artist was sidetracked.

But he complained that his mission was being sidetracked.

Show more...

Your English writing platform

Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.

Student

Used by millions of students, scientific researchers, professional translators and editors from all over the world!

MitStanfordHarvardAustralian Nationa UniversityNanyangOxford

Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak quote

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak

CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com

Get started for free

Unlock your writing potential with Ludwig

Letters

Most frequent sentences: