Idiom: Off-Color
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How to pronounce "off-color":
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Of the wrong color.
Dirty, vulgar or obscene, especially in a way that is unpleasant.
Example: "He told an off-color joke."
Different than usual.
Feeling mildly unwell.
Example: "I feel a bit off-color today."
Example Sentences
1
I told an off-color joke at the party and it made everyone uncomfortable.
2
Her off-color remark about my appearance was completely uncalled for.
3
The comedian's off-color language offended many people in the audience.
4
The book contains several off-color anecdotes that may not be suitable for young readers.
5
He always makes off-color comments, but no one takes him seriously anymore.
