

We took a detour to avoid the traffic jam.
A longer route taken to avoid a problem or obstacle on the main path.
The detour added an extra hour to our trip.
She suggested a detour to see the scenic views.
The road was closed, so we had to take a detour.
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We took a detour to avoid the traffic jam.
A change in the usual route taken to avoid an obstacle or for convenience.
The detour added an extra hour to our trip.
She suggested a detour to see the scenic views.
The road was closed, so we had to take a detour.
take a detour
make a detour
detour route
diversion
bypass
alternative route
We took a detour to avoid the traffic jam.
A longer route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.
We took a detour through the countryside.
The road was closed, so we had to make a detour.
She suggested a detour to see the lake.
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