out of sorts

Example Sentences

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So was I a little out of sorts?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

But Shiffrin has been out of sorts and now heads into the slalom at real risk of leaving northern Italy with a repeat of her Beijing Olympics disaster four years ago.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Reaves looked out of sorts when he entered with 5:23 remaining in the first quarter.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Both were given wildcard picks by captain Keegan Bradley, as was two-time major winner Collin Morikawa, who has been out of sorts since two early-season runners-up finishes.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

“I dare say, but nothing pleasant ever does happen in this family,” said Meg, who was out of sorts.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott