out of kilter (also: off kilter)
idiomPart ofkilter
out of kilter (also: off kilter) — idiom
1. not working correctly, not in proper condition, or not in the right balance — us
1.idiom
Definition
not working correctly, not in proper condition, or not in the right balance — used about machines, systems, situations, and personal feelings.
Example
After the power cut, the heating system was completely out of kilter and the office was freezing.
Christopher's daily routine felt off kilter after he started working the night shift.