side issue

Example Sentences

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“So now, instead of focusing on the main issue, the side issue has become the main point. But those main issues remain, and they still need to be addressed in a clear manner.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Time after time, the real issue stands before us, and we find ourselves baying after some side issue of far less importance.

From Salon • May 13, 2023

Compared with that reset, tutoring may be a side issue.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2022

I, in fact, do not want to fall for the crutch of: ‘Hey, there’s a supply side issue, go tackle that.’

From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2014

In a desperate effort to help Peary, a cowardly side issue was forced through Professor Herschell Parker, who had been with me on the Mt.

From My Attainment of the Pole by Cook, Frederick A.