What is another word for sent on a wild-goose chase?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛnt ˌɒn ɐ wˈa͡ɪldɡˈuːs t͡ʃˈe͡ɪs] (IPA) 
When someone is "sent on a wild-goose chase," they are being sent on a fruitless search, usually for a person or object that doesn't exist or cannot be found. Some synonyms for this phrase include "led astray," "misdirected," "duped," "fooled," or "false lead." Other similar expressions include "chasing a red herring," "running in circles," "barking up the wrong tree," or "looking for a needle in a haystack." All of these phrases suggest a frustrating and futile search for something that may not even exist. When you are aware of these alternatives, you can use them to add color and variety to your writing and conversation.
