out of whack

• Expression informelle décrivant quelque chose qui ne fonctionne pas correctement, qui est déréglé, désordonné ou dans un mauvais état.

An informal expression describing something that is not working correctly, is out of order, or is not in its proper state.

1. Not working properlyB2informalamerican

   In a state of disrepair or malfunction; not functioning as expected.

   dérangé, en panne

   • My computer is out of whack and keeps crashing.
   • The air conditioner is out of whack and blowing hot air.
   • His sense of timing is completely out of whack.

2. Not in balance or harmonyB2informalamerican

   Not in a proper or balanced state; out of order or alignment.

   déséquilibré, déréglé

   • The budget is out of whack because of unexpected expenses.
   • Her sleep schedule is out of whack after the long flight.
   • The whole system is out of whack and needs to be recalibrated.