Meaning of the word sideshow in English
What does sideshow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sideshow
US /ˈsaɪd.ʃoʊ/
UK /ˈsaɪd.ʃəʊ/
Noun
1.
a small show or attraction, often part of a larger fair or circus, featuring unusual acts or exhibits
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The circus had a main tent and several sideshows.
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We saw a bearded lady at the sideshow.
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2.
a minor or diversionary issue or event that distracts attention from a more important one
Example:
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Don't let this small argument become a sideshow to the main problem.
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The media focused on the political sideshow rather than the economic crisis.
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