Loose Cannon (Origin)
What Is the Origin of the Saying "Loose Cannon"?
The term "loose cannon" means someone who is unpredictable and could cause damage if not kept in check.Examples of Use:
- Their eldest was a bit of a loose cannon. You couldn't be sure he would blurt something offensive.
- She's bit of a loose cannon. She acts before she thinks.
- He was dubbed a loose cannon by the press after a series of outlandish decisions against the advice of his team.
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