straying (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈstreɪɪŋ/

Definition

Moving away from a direct course, intended location, or established standard.

Examples

• The sheep were straying into the neighbor's garden through a hole in the fence.

• He kept straying from the main topic during his presentation, confusing the audience.

• The satellite is straying from its planned orbit due to unexpected atmospheric drag.

How to Use straying

stray from (prepositional phrase)

to move away from a specific path, topic, or standard — "Try not to stray from the instructions provided in the manual."

Synonyms of straying

Words with a similar meaning to straying:

• wandering
• drifting
• deviating
• digressing

Antonyms of straying

Words with the opposite meaning to straying:

• sticking

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