noun
straying
noun
1
The act of wandering away, whether physically or from what one is supposed to be doing — including, informally, being unfaithful in a relationship.
"His straying from the diet plan happened almost every weekend."
"Rumors of her husband's straying finally reached her."
How to Use Straying
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDrifting away from where you should be — literally, or in behavior, or (informally) cheating on a partner.
When to use it
The 'infidelity' meaning is common in casual speech, not formal writing.
Word Forms
strayings plural
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