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sidebar

Pronunciation: [ˈsaɪdˌbɑːr]

Word

Learn how to use sidebar in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(noun) a small section of a screen that shows extra information related to the main content. Think of it like a page that has helpful notes or links next to the main picture.

Example

The website had a sidebar that showed popular articles for readers to explore.

Example

The app didn't have a sidebar, making it harder to find extra features.

Example

What does the sidebar on the blog contain?

Context: “conversation”

(noun) a brief discussion that happens alongside the main topic. It's like when you have a little chat with a friend while you're doing a main activity together.

Example

During the meeting, they had a sidebar about the upcoming event.

Example

There wasn't any sidebar chat at lunch; everyone was too focused on their phones.

Example

Can we have a sidebar to discuss this topic more informally?

Context: “law”

(noun) a separate discussion in a legal case, usually away from the main proceedings. It's like when lawyers talk quietly about something important without the jury listening.

Example

The judge called for a sidebar to clarify a particular legal point.

Example

We missed the sidebar, so we didn't hear the important information being discussed.

Example

What was decided during the sidebar about the case?

How to pronounce sidebar

Pronunciation: [ˈsaɪdˌbɑːr]

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