side
bar
Plural
sidebars
1
a private discussion in a courtroom between the judge and lawyers, held out of the jury's hearing
- The defense requested a sidebar with the judge.
- During the trial, the attorneys approached for a quick sidebar.
- The jury waited while the judge held a sidebar discussion.
- At the sidebar, the lawyers argued over the admissibility of evidence.
- The prosecutor called for a sidebar to clarify a legal objection.
2
a brief piece in a newspaper printed next to the main article, providing additional information
A sidebar is a short article or section in a newspaper, magazine, or online publication that is placed next to a main story. It provides additional information or context related to the primary article but is not the main focus. Sidebars can include facts, quotes, related stories, statistics, or background details that complement the main content. They are typically set apart from the main article, either in a separate column or box, to provide readers with extra insights without interrupting the flow of the main story.
- The sidebar accompanying the main article provided additional context and background information on the topic.
- The newspaper's website features interactive sidebars with multimedia elements, such as videos and infographics.
- A sidebar column offers readers a different perspective on current events, written by a guest columnist.
- The sidebar highlighted key statistics and data relevant to the main story, providing readers with a quick overview.
- Readers can find links to related articles and resources in the sidebar of the online edition, enhancing their understanding of the topic.