loose cannon

Example Sentences

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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

Door staff and witnesses told the trial that O'Pray had been a "loose cannon" and was "very erratic" that night.

From BBC