to go astray
01
(of a plan, project, etc.) to lose direction and not continue according to the intended or expected path or course of action
Collocation
例子
The project went astray due to unexpected complications.
02
(of an item) to get taken or misplaced
例子
Important documents went astray from the office, leading to a security breach investigation.
03
to have an affair
例子
She was heartbroken upon discovering that her partner had gone astray during their business trips.
04
to become misled and believe something that is incorrect
例子
She went astray and fell for the deceptive promises of the scam artist.
05
to become unpleasant or unnecessary
例子
A little extra studying before the exam would n't go astray; it might help improve your grade.
06
to engage in inappropriate, immoral, or unlawful activities
例子
Without proper guidance, teenagers can easily go astray and engage in risky behaviors.
