Stray
Definition
(verb) To move away aimlessly from a group or from the right course
Examples
“The hiker strayed from the path and got lost in the dense forest.”
“Don't stray off the sidewalk.”
“She strayed into the wrong meeting room at 8 a.m.”
“While packing up the tent, Ben strayed from the route and missed the trail marker.”
“If your thoughts stray during the sermon, just take a breath and come back.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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