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SIDELINES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Sidelines.

Sidelines - 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)

Sidelines - 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 yelled instructions from the sidelines."
"The injured player watched the game from the sidelines."
"The fans cheered enthusiastically from the sidelines."
"The substitute was warming up on the sidelines."
"The referee made a controversial call from the sidelines."
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Word Game Points

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

SIDELINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SIDELINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sidelines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIDELINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SIDELINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sidelines is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIDELINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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