kilter

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Lamar Jackson was out of kilter as the Ravens missed chances - although they were left fuming by a late touchdown being chalked off.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2025

Loren Cain, who was born and raised in Orem and studied at Utah Valley University, said the world feels off kilter.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2025

For a hurricane to grow in strength, it must also be free of cross-cutting winds, known as wind shear, which can tear holes in the walls of the storm’s eye or throw it off kilter.

From Science Magazine • Oct. 26, 2023

The fact Burrow was off kilter last week wasn’t entirely surprising.

From Washington Times • Sep. 14, 2023

There was that one letter missing, and the framing bulged slightly out of kilter, but overall, it looked as solid as ever.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen