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SIDELINE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Sideline.

How to pronounce sideline:

US

Sideline - as a noun

A line that marks the side boundary of a playing field

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
line
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An auxiliary line of merchandise

An auxiliary activity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avocationby-linehobbypursuitspare-time activity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interestpastimepursuit
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sideline - as a verb

Remove from the center of activity or attention; place into an inferior position

Example: "The outspoken cabinet member was sidelined by the president"

Example Sentences

"The coach decided to sideline the star player for the next game."
"The company decided to sideline their outdated technology."
"The manager chose to sideline the employee after repeated poor performance."
"They decided to sideline the controversial topic during the meeting."
"She had to sideline her personal ambitions to focus on her family."
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Word Game Points

Is SIDELINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sideline is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SIDELINE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SIDELINE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sideline is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIDELINE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is SIDELINE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sideline is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIDELINE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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