loose cannon

Example Sentences

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“He had to protect himself from his loose cannon partner over here,” he said.

From Salon

Cunha has been linked with a big-money move over the past year with Europe's top clubs keen, but he may be viewed as a loose cannon because of his antics.

From BBC

Some of the grapevine talk has gotten back to her — how she’s a loose cannon or stirring the pot to cover up for complaints accusing her of misconduct.

From Los Angeles Times

That’s not to say that Harris is best as a loose cannon.

From Los Angeles Times

They have also tended to produce loose cannons throughout the ranks.

From Salon