strayed

[US]/streɪd/
[UK]/streɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.prodigal; lost livestock
v.past tense and past participle of stray; deviated from the main topic; wandered off course; had an affair (for married or committed individuals); became separated; wandered aimlessly; got distracted
adj.lost; accidental

Phrases & Collocations

strayed from path

strayed too far

strayed off course

strayed from home

strayed into trouble

strayed from rules

strayed from truth

strayed from duty

strayed from norms

strayed in thought

Example Sentences

the dog strayed too far from home.

he strayed from the main topic during the discussion.

she strayed into the wrong classroom.

they strayed off the path while hiking.

the cat often strayed into the neighbor's yard.

he felt lost after straying from his usual routine.

the conversation strayed into personal matters.

she strayed from her usual style in this painting.

don't stray too far from the group.

he strayed into dangerous territory.

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