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Idiom

off the cuff

adverb
/ˌɔːf ðə ˈkʌf/

Without preparation; extemporaneously.

off the cuff: Without preparation; extemporaneously.

Meanings

adverb

Without preparation; extemporaneously.

Examples

  • The speaker's most engaging comments were often the ones she made completely off the cuff.
  • When asked about the sudden policy change, the spokesperson gave an off-the-cuff response.
  • He's excellent at improvising; he can deliver an entire presentation off the cuff if necessary.