Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
out-of-hand
Adjective
/ˈaʊt əv hænd/
Definition
Out-of-hand refers to something that is uncontrollable or unmanaged.
Examples
- Things escalated so quickly that they got out-of-hand during the meeting.
- His temper was out-of-hand, resulting in a heated argument.
Meaning
When a situation becomes out-of-hand, it means it has escalated to a point where it can’t be easily handled or resolved.
Synonyms
- Unmanageable
- Crazed
- Out of control
- Wild
