sideshow

[US]/ˈsaɪdʃəʊ/
[UK]/ˈsaɪdʃoʊ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a performance or event that is secondary to the main attraction; a minor or diversionary event

Phrases & Collocations

circus sideshow

carnival sideshow

Example Sentences

The circus had a sideshow featuring fire-eaters and sword-swallowers.

Visitors enjoyed the sideshow attractions before the main event started.

The sideshow at the fair had a strongman and a contortionist.

She found the sideshow creepy and decided to skip it.

The sideshow tent was brightly colored and attracted a lot of curious onlookers.

The sideshow featured a magician who performed amazing tricks.

The sideshow added an extra element of excitement to the carnival.

The sideshow included a fortune teller who predicted the future.

Children were delighted by the sideshow featuring clowns and acrobats.

The sideshow performers rehearsed their acts before the big show.

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