How many points is SIDETRACKING worth in Scrabble?

SIDETRACKING is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SIDETRACKING?

SIDETRACKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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SIDETRACKING

20 pts

SIDETRACKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. SIDETRACKING is a verb form of sidetrack. SIDETRACK means "divert from the main topic".

Meaning & examples

verb

To divert (a locomotive or train) on to a lesser used track in order to allow other trains to pass.
To divert or distract (someone) from a main issue or course of action with an alternate or less relevant topic or activity; or, to use deliberate trickery or sly wordplay when talking to (a person) in order to avoid discussion of a subject.
Example: I hope you can sidetrack the teacher with questions so we don't have to take the exam.
To sideline; to push aside; to divert or distract from, reducing (something) to a secondary or subordinate position.
Example: He has sidetracked this debate for far too long.

Synonyms: digress

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Definition and meaning

SIDETRACKING is a verb form of sidetrack. SIDETRACK means "divert from the main topic".

In a sentence: "They sidetracking."

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SIDETRACK16 pts

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Letter Values

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SIDETRACKING Scrabble FAQ

Is SIDETRACKING a Scrabble word?: SIDETRACKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does SIDETRACKING mean?: SIDETRACKING is a verb form of sidetrack. SIDETRACK means "divert from the main topic".
How do you use SIDETRACKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They sidetracking."
How many points is SIDETRACKING worth in Scrabble?: SIDETRACKING is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SIDETRACKING?: SIDETRACKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).