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Term: Loose Cannon

Description:

A "loose cannon" refers to a person or thing that is unpredictable, uncontrollable, and likely to cause harm or disruption due to their reckless behavior or actions. The term originates from the nautical world, where a loose cannon on a ship was a dangerous hazard as it could roll around and cause damage to the vessel or injure the crew.

Sample Sentences:

As a Noun:

1. Tom is a loose cannon in our group; we never know what he's going to do next.
2. That politician is a loose cannon; his extreme statements often provoke controversy.
3. The new employee turned out to be a loose cannon, constantly disrupting the workplace.

As an Adjective:

1. Her loose cannon behavior is putting the team's success at risk.
2. The loose cannon driver carelessly weaved through traffic, endangering everyone on the road.
3. His loose cannon remarks during the meeting offended several attendees.

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