Off beam

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adjective

To be inaccurate or incorrect.

His calculations for the project were off beam and it led to some errors in the construction.
Visual representation of "off beam" - To be inaccurate or incorrect.

Often appears as...

  • he's off beam
  • that's off beam
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Visual representation of "off beam"
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Figurative Meaning

The phrase is often used metaphorically to indicate a deviation from truth or accuracy.

Illustration for Figurative Meaning
You're off beam if you think I was at the party; I was home all night.
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Negative Connotation

Implies a mistake or error. Use it to gently point out an incorrect assumption or understanding.

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I feel his analysis is off beam in assessing the market trends.
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Conversation Correction

Helpful for correcting a person during a discussion without being overly harsh.

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I think you're a bit off beam on that issue.
Visual representation of the word "Off beam"

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