English / idiom
Off the Cuff
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Without prior preparation or rehearsal; spontaneous and impromptu.
In context
01
He spoke entirely off the cuff, yet his speech sounded as polished as a rehearsed address.
02
Be cautious when answering controversial questions off the cuff during live television broadcasts.
Synonyms
extemporaneously,impromptu,unscripted
Antonyms
premeditated,rehearsed,meticulously planned
Collocations
speak off the cuff,remarks made off the cuff,answer off the cuff