loose cannon
An uncontrolled or unpredictable person, especially considered liable to cause unintentional or indiscriminate damage.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Don't trust him with the project; he is a loose cannon.”
“The manager warned the team about the new hire, describing him as a loose cannon who often ignores safety rules.”
“Despite his undeniable talent, the director was considered a loose cannon whose unpredictable outbursts frequently disrupted the production schedule and alienated his colleagues.”
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all bedlam breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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all hell breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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cast loose
To unfasten, loosen, or set free.
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cut loose
To loosen or set free someone or something.
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cut one loose
To flatulate; to fart.
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cut someone loose
To let someone go from something, such as a position, relationship, or obligation.
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kick loose
to give someone the freedom to do what they want
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let loose
To free; to release from restraint.
Last updated August 10, 2026