sidetracked

word · lemma: sidetrack

Definition

Distracted or diverted from your main task or topic, often unintentionally.

Usage & Nuances

Usually informal and used in spoken English. Commonly combined with forms of 'get' or 'be' (e.g., 'got sidetracked'). Refers mainly to being distracted from a goal, topic, or plan, often temporarily.

Spanish: distraído - desviado Portuguese (BR): distraído - desviado Portuguese (PT): distraído - desviado Chinese (Simplified): 分心的 - 被转移注意力的 Chinese (Traditional): 分心的 - 被轉移注意力的 Hindi: ध्यान भटका हुआ - मुद्दे से भटका हुआ Arabic: مشتت - منحرف عن الموضوع

Example Sentences

I got sidetracked while doing my homework.

basic

She was sidetracked by her phone during the meeting.

basic

Don’t get sidetracked. Stay focused on your goal.

basic

We started talking about work but got sidetracked by funny stories.

natural

Sorry, I got sidetracked and forgot to call you back.

natural

It’s easy to get sidetracked when there are so many distractions online.

natural