stray off
Frequency: 6.02.6 per million words
to wander away from a path or course
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Examples (10)
- Don't stray off the marked trail, as it's easy to get lost in this dense forest.
- During the meeting, the discussion began to stray off the main agenda.
- It's crucial for students not to stray off the guidelines when writing their essays.
- The young dog often strays off into the neighbor's yard if not properly supervised.
- If you stray off your diet plan, it will be harder to achieve your fitness goals.
- The speaker was careful not to stray off into political commentary during the non-partisan event.
- We must ensure our research does not stray off the ethical boundaries set by the institution.
- He has a tendency to stray off course when faced with unexpected challenges.
- Even for experienced navigators, it's possible to stray off track in severe weather.
- Don't let your mind stray off during the lecture; focus on the key points.