out of this world idiom used to emphasize that something is very good, large, impressive etc. I just went to Maribel's restaurant. It's out of this world! |
out of work collocation unemployed Josefina has been out of work since her company shut down. |
out of the question collocation used in order to emphasize that what someone wants to do is not permitted I know you'd like a few days off, but it's out of the question. We have to meet that deadline! |
out of the way collocation in a position that is not preventing anyone from moving, succeeding, etc. He must be glad Nicola resigned. Now that she's out of the way, I'm sure he'll be promoted soon. |
out of sorts collocation feeling a little angry or unwell Please don't blame Masako for what she said. She's just feeling out of sorts. |
out of place collocation not in the correct or usual position That one is different to all the others. It's definitely out of place. |
out of it collocation INFORMAL no longer able to think clearly I'm really out of it. My flight took twenty-six hours! |
out of the blue idiom when you are not expecting something to happen Someone sent me flowers out of the blue this morning. I was so surprised! |
out of date collocation no longer useful or modern That is so out of date! You need a modern computer. |
out of control collocation impossible to guide or direct The car went out of control and ran into a fence. |
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