off the rails
01
used to say that someone is behaving in a way that is wild, irrational, or unconventional
idiom
Exempel
Do n't invite Mark if he's drinking; he gets off the rails fast.
02
used to say that something is out of control or unpredictable
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Exempel
The discussion quickly went off the rails and turned into a personal fight.
03
use to say that a train or vehicle has physically left the tracks or rails it is supposed to follow
Exempel
Emergency crews rushed to the scene after hearing that a passenger train was off the rails, causing a major railway disruption.
04
used to say that something is not following the planned or expected course
idiom
Exempel
The politician's campaign was expected to be a smooth ride, but it's been plagued by scandals and is now off the rails.
05
used to say that something is extreme or exciting
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Exempel
The band's performance went off the rails when they started playing their hit song, and the crowd went wild.
