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awry
01
used to describe actions or events that are not going as expected or planned
Examples
The party plans went awry when it started raining.
02
with an inclination to one side or oblique position
Examples
The flag flew awry, tilted sideways in the strong wind.
awry
01
not in a straight or proper alignment
Examples
After the wind, the flag was awry, fluttering crookedly in the breeze.
