Loose cannon
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British pronunciation/lˈuːs kˈanən/
American pronunciation/lˈuːs kˈænən/

Definice a Význam "loose cannon"

Loose cannon
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nevyzpytatelný, nepředvídatelný jedinec

a person who has lost their sanity, often momentarily
loose cannon definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "loose cannon" and when to use it?

The idiom "loose cannon" originated from nautical terminology. In the era of sailing ships, a "loose cannon" referred to a cannon that had broken free from its moorings during naval battles. It is used to describe a person who is unpredictable, impulsive, and not under control, often acting in a way that can cause harm or problems.

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Do n't rely on him for critical tasks; he 's proven to be a loose cannon with his unreliable actions.
Nespolehej na něj při kritických úkolech; ukázal se jako nevyzpytatelný, nepředvídatelný jedinec svými nespolehlivými činy.
The new employee 's aggressive behavior is like a loose cannon in the office, causing tension among the team.
Agresivní chování nového zaměstnance je jako nevyzpytatelný, nepředvídatelný jedinec v kanceláři, což vyvolává napětí mezi týmem.
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