**Here are 10 examples of using the word «detour» in English:**
1. We had to take a detour to avoid a traffic jam on the main road.
2. The construction work on the highway forced us to make a detour, so we arrived at the destination late.
3. The bus driver announced that there was a detour due to an accident ahead, so we will have to wait a little longer.
4. We decided to take a detour and explore a new route to get to the city center.
5. The detour through the countryside was a pleasant change from the usual traffic-filled roads.
6. The car broke down on the detour, and we had to call for roadside assistance.
7. We planned a road trip and decided to take a detour to visit a waterfall on the way.
8. The detour was a bit longer, but it offered stunning views of the mountains.
9. The detour through a small village allowed us to see some local attractions.
10. We took a detour to a nearby town to enjoy some local cuisine.