off the cuff

ریشه

Originates from the 1930s, referring to the practice of speakers making notes on their shirt cuffs as an aid to memory.

مثال

• He made an off the cuff remark that offended some people.
• She's good at making off the cuff speeches.
• His off the cuff comments were surprisingly insightful.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Off the cuff remark Off the cuff speech Off the cuff comment