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out of sorts
/ˌaʊtəv sˈɔːts/
/ˌaʊɾəv sˈɔːɹts/
out of sorts
[PHRASE]What is the origin of the idiom "out of sorts" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "out of sorts" can be traced back to the late 16th century. The term "sorts" originally referred to the classification or arrangement of things. The phrase can encompass both physical and emotional aspects, indicating that someone is not functioning at their usual level or feeling like themselves.