out of kilter (also: off kilter)

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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.