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That was just a detour

UK//ðæt wəz dʒʌst ə ˈdiːtʊə//US//ðæt wəz dʒʌst ə ˈdituər//

Meaning of That was just a detour

A temporary change in route or plan.

In simple words: That was a temporary change in direction.

That was just a detour in a sentence

  • We took a wrong turn, but that was just a detour to a beautiful view.
  • Don't worry about the delay; it was just a detour on our journey.
  • Sometimes, that was just a detour in life leading to new opportunities.
  • I thought I'd be late, but that was just a detour to grab coffee.
  • It felt frustrating at first, but that was just a detour towards something better.

How to use That was just a detour

Use in a casual context when referring to a temporary change in plans. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'detour' as a 'detour' sign on the road.

Related words

Collocations with That was just a detour

  • take a detour
  • make a detour
  • a detour route
  • just a detour
  • on a detour

Synonyms for That was just a detour

  • alternative route
  • bypass
  • sidetrip
  • diversion
  • variation

Common mistakes with That was just a detour

  • Using 'detour' in a strict literal sense only.
  • Confusing 'detour' with 'detector'.
  • Not using it when plans change.

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Frequently asked questions about That was just a detour

What does That was just a detour mean?

That was a temporary change in direction.

What is the definition of That was just a detour?

A temporary change in route or plan.

How do you use That was just a detour in a sentence?

We took a wrong turn, but that was just a detour to a beautiful view.

Can you give another example of That was just a detour?

Don't worry about the delay; it was just a detour on our journey.

What are synonyms for That was just a detour?

Common alternatives include alternative route, bypass, sidetrip, diversion, variation.

What words go with That was just a detour?

It commonly pairs with take a detour, make a detour, a detour route, just a detour, on a detour.

What are common mistakes when using That was just a detour?

Using 'detour' in a strict literal sense only. Confusing 'detour' with 'detector'. Not using it when plans change.

How do you pronounce That was just a detour?

US: //ðæt wəz dʒʌst ə ˈdituər//, UK: //ðæt wəz dʒʌst ə ˈdiːtʊə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use That was just a detour?

Use in a casual context when referring to a temporary change in plans. Avoid in formal writing.