sidelines

/ ˈsaɪdˌlaɪnz /

plural noun

1. sport the area immediately outside the playing area, where substitute players sit
2. the peripheral areas of any region, organization, etc

Idioms and Phrases

see on the sidelines .

Example Sentences

He had spoken of growing up watching Francesco Totti and De Rossi and his excitement to be training under the latter - only to watch on from the sidelines as Juric consistently overlooked him, choosing to play a midfielder at the back rather than the Champions League finalist.

From BBC

Kelleher's recent run in the team seems to have proved he is good enough - but he will now face another spell on the sidelines with Alisson's return.

From BBC

“And I’m wishing him the best of health. And hopefully, I see him soon. It doesn’t even have to be on the sidelines. Hopefully I’ll just see him soon. That’s the most important for me.”

From Los Angeles Times

The specific is how Hollywood sidelines women once they reach a certain age.

From Los Angeles Times

“I remember if I made a hit, he would stand on the sidelines and wag his finger at me. I was like, `You created this.’

From Los Angeles Times