: one that remains on the sidelines during an activity : one that does not participate
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Recent Examples on the WebAn even more daring dose of color came courtesy of French singer-songwriter Soko who, the season prior, offset her signature jet-black chop with a sweep of burnt rose eyeshadow—proving once again that these sideliners know no beauty bounds. Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2018 An even more daring dose of color came courtesy of French singer-songwriter Soko who, the season prior, offset her signature jet-black chop with a sweep of burnt rose eyeshadow—proving once again that these sideliners know no beauty bounds. Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2018 Rarely is a trend so universally beloved as the eye-catching statement earring, a look that is dotting both this season’s runways and streets, with style stars and sideliners cementing its upswing with an artful array of hair looks.Vogue, 2 Oct. 2017 Like The Bad News Bears and Wildcats, the coach is not your standard sideliner. Thr Staff, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Oct. 2017 The surprisingly large cast is made up mostly of NFL standouts and their spouses as well as a few sideliners.miamiherald, 16 Aug. 2017