Amy Morin

We all have vulnerabilities that can sidetrack us from reaching our goals. Recognize the times when you're most likely to give into temptation, and make it harder for a single moment of weakness to sabotage your best efforts.

American Author

Mike Simpson

I have long believed these types of collaborative agreements are a far better approach to federal land management than the contentious battles that too often sidetrack proper resource management.

American Politician

Catherine Hardwicke

Sometimes, you don't realize that something is actually a sidetrack for the story, or it takes the tension out of a scene.

American Director

Use 'sidetrack' to describe losing focus on the main subject because of other interesting topics.

Focus Shift

'Sidetrack' can suggest someone is deliberately changing the subject.

Intentional Shift

When 'sidetracked,' the subject is usually revisited after the brief diversion.

Temporary Detour

'Sidetrack' indicates being diverted but suggests a need to stay focused or return to the original path.

Avoiding Distractions

Use 'sidetrack' when a goal or direction is altered by encountering obstacles or new information.

Course Correction

In transportation, 'sidetrack' is used literally to mean a train or vehicle is moved onto a different path.

Physical Redirection

Being 'sidetracked' in transportation doesn’t mean coming to a stop, but changing the route temporarily.