Sidetracked vs. Sidelined — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Sidetracked and Sidelined
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Sidetracked
To divert from a main issue or course
I was sidetracked from my work by an unexpected visitor.
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Sidelined
A line along either of the two sides of a playing court or field, marking its limits.
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Sidetracked
To delay or block the progress of deliberately
"a bill that would sidetrack food irradiation in this country" (Alexis Beck).
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Sidelined
Sidelines The space outside such limits, occupied by coaches, inactive players, and spectators.
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Sidetracked
To switch from a main railroad track to a siding.
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Sidelined
Sidelines The position or point of view of those who observe rather than participate in an activity
The political sidelines.
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Sidetracked
To deviate from a main issue or course.
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Sidelined
A subsidiary line of merchandise.
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Sidetracked
To run into a siding.
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Sidelined
An activity pursued in addition to one's regular occupation.
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Sidetracked
A railroad siding.
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Sidelined
To remove or keep from active participation.
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Sidetracked
Simple past tense and past participle of sidetrack
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Sidelined
Simple past tense and past participle of sideline
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