Definitions

off-year

NOUN

unsuitable timing

Synonyms

WEAK

contretemps evil hour inopportune moment poor timing unfortunate time unlucky day unlucky hour unsuitable time

Example Sentences

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This so-called "off year" election doesn't feature presidential or congressional races, but there are still several critical votes to watch tonight.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

“Upper Middle Class. And even in off year elections more than two thirds of them vote.”

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2024

Chargers receiver Keenan Allen and edge rusher Khalil Mack make the AFC Pro Bowl team after putting together career-best seasons in off year for team.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2024

Even in an off year — which this season has been for Connecticut, thanks to a slew of injuries and an uncharacteristic five regular-season losses — the Huskies are still a formidable opponent.

From New York Times • Mar. 26, 2022

It was an off year that didn’t bring a new Gilbreth baby.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey