off base
Example Sentences
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In fact, all of these expectations were far off base.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
Perhaps Ms. Welch’s survey is accurate but her conclusions off base.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2025
He also points out that the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center has partnered with a coalition of agencies and nongovernmental organizations to conserve land off base.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 21, 2024
Public perception of a double-standard for the wealthy and powerful may not be so off base.
From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2024
I need Dr. Crowchild to confirm for me that he’s way off base.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
