wander off

Example Sentences

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He would suddenly wander off during a dinner given in his honor or appear at a dress ball in everyday clothes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Did he wander off during the oil executive meeting because he’s having attentional issues or because he was just bored?

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2026

A few wander off, but most stay to pick up the pieces and rebuild.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2024

At first dancers cluster at the center of the stage, but gradually they wander off, gliding together in small groups as they tickle the floor with footwork before slipping into other constellations of bodies.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2024

"Don't wander off by yourself like you always do."

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins