detour
noun
a roundabout or circuitous way or course, especially one used temporarily when the main route is closed.
detouring
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present participleof detour.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A cost-benefit analysis of detouring for a lower price per gallon.
From Slate ● Aug. 1, 2026
She glanced at him once with what looked like a hint of contemptuousness and ended without detouring.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
All eastbound trips near the intersection are detouring as delays are expected.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2026
Yet, it’s disappointment that Perkins serves up most frequently in “The Monkey,” detouring from every wide-open chance to showcase depth and humanity in favor of juvenile humor and gross-out splatter gags.
From Salon ● Feb. 21, 2025
The bus stopped in front of a police officer, who was detouring traffic.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
