Word: SIDETRACKING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of SIDETRACKING
- 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.
"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.
"He has sidetracked this debate for far too long."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "sidetracking" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "sidetracking" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 23 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SIDETRACKING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SIDETRACKING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SIDETRACKING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SIDETRACKING:
- # the sidetracking effect
- # master of sidetracking
- # playing with sidetracking
- # in terms of sidetracking
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