sideline

/sˈa‍ɪdla‍ɪn/

/ˈsaɪdˌɫaɪn/

Sideline

an auxiliary activity

synonyms : avocation

an auxiliary line of merchandise

a line that marks the side boundary of a playing field

to sideline

MAIN VERB

remove from the center of activity or attention; place into an inferior position

Examples

1. She could only watch from the sidelines as her brother's health deteriorated.

2. If you want the boss to notice you, you can't just stay on the sidelines during these meetings.

3. We heard our coach calling out instructions from the sidelines.

4. In response to the crisis, major oil producers sidelined production.