Pronunciation: /aʊt ʌv pleɪs/
noun a person or thing that is not in its usual or correct position
A1 The toy looked out of place on the bookshelf.
A2 The new student felt out of place in the classroom.
B1 The old painting seemed out of place among the modern art pieces.
B2 Her sense of humor was often out of place in serious meetings.
C1 The extravagant decorations were out of place at the simple wedding.
C2 His behavior was so out of place that it caused a stir at the formal event.
adjective not in the proper position or arrangement
A1 The book on the floor looked out of place.
A2 The new student felt out of place in the classroom.
B1 The painting seemed out of place among the modern art collection.
B2 His loud laughter was out of place during the somber ceremony.
C1 The extravagant decorations were out of place at the simple wedding.
C2 Her sarcastic remarks were often out of place in the professional setting.
preposition indicating movement from a position or place
A1 The book was out of place on the shelf.
A2 She felt out of place at the fancy party.
B1 The new employee seemed out of place in the corporate environment.
B2 His comment seemed out of place in the serious discussion.
C1 The modern art exhibit felt out of place in the traditional museum.
C2 Her unconventional ideas were often seen as out of place in the conservative organization.
formal The painting looked out of place among the modern art pieces in the gallery.
informal His joke felt a bit out of place at the serious meeting.
slang That outfit is totally out of place for this event.
figurative Her comments seemed out of place in the conversation about teamwork.
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