go off at half-cock

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Verb go off at half-cock has 1 sense

go off half-cocked, go off at half-cock - act prematurely or without reflection or too soon; "she wanted to quit her job but her mother told her not to go off half-cocked"
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Term: Go off at half-cock

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense(s):

To act or speak prematurely or without careful consideration.

Usage:

This phrase is used to describe someone who acts or speaks without thinking things through, often resulting in negative consequences.

Sample Sentences:

He always goes off at half-cock, which leads to unnecessary conflicts with his colleagues.
She should have taken more time to think before making that decision instead of going off at half-cock.

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