as in shape
a state of being or fitness
since I dropped my food processor, it's been all out of kilter
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Recent Examples of kilter
Off-kilter, eccentric, absurd and quirky are a few words that come to mind.
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Anna Tingley, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
With the national debt at $37 trillion, Congress needs a dose of shock treatment because the debt-to-GDP ratio is out of kilter.
—Letters To The Editor, Orange County Register, 12 Feb. 2025
The president rightfully believes that the balance of global trade is completely off kilter.
—CBS News, 16 Mar. 2025
Relying so much on a 20-year-old playing his third game in England is out of kilter with best practice — albeit a further sign of the issues inherent in this team.
—Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Anna Tingley, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
With the national debt at $37 trillion, Congress needs a dose of shock treatment because the debt-to-GDP ratio is out of kilter.
—Letters To The Editor, Orange County Register, 12 Feb. 2025
The president rightfully believes that the balance of global trade is completely off kilter.
—CBS News, 16 Mar. 2025
Relying so much on a 20-year-old playing his third game in England is out of kilter with best practice — albeit a further sign of the issues inherent in this team.
—Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kilter
Noun
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For now, the economy remains in solid shape by several key measures.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Its rectangular shape evokes a vintage cigarette pouch, and every detail harks back to the fashion house’s extensive, industry-defining legacy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Since January the Trump administration has slashed federal funding for research projects centered on equity, health disparities and marginalized communities.—
Angel Algarin,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2025
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The city’s investments and partnerships have led to reductions in crime, student improvements in the classroom, and the development of a health clinic set to open this summer, Crain said.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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As far as the long-term effects, frequent and heavy alcohol consumption can lead to serious health conditions like liver disease, heart problems, increased cancer risk and damage to the nervous system.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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California’s capital city was ranked 13th for Easter traditions and was in eighth place overall for weather conditions, according to WalletHub. Which other California cities made the list?—
Kendrick Marshall,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Kilter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kilter. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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