out of turn
Example Sentences
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In one viral TikTok video, members of a senior-living community accuse their ex-friend of foul play: taking tiles out of turn and refusing to reveal her “winning” hands.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 17, 2026
To be fair, Munguia has always been respectful of his opponents and is not known for talking out of turn.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 4, 2024
But speaking out of turn on the stand could be very bad for him in an actual court of law.
From Slate ● Jan. 10, 2024
So far, members have largely respected Ms. Johnson’s authority, not speaking out of turn and keeping their nomination speeches and votes within a respectful length and tone.
From New York Times ● Jan. 5, 2023
“Isn’t that the cutest name?” says Mary Lou White and Hilly’s so proud of herself, she doesn’t even bang the gavel at her for speaking out of turn.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
