Out of sync

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adjective

Not happening at the same time or speed as something else.

The video and audio were out of sync, so the movie was difficult to follow.
Visual representation of "out of sync" - Not happening at the same time or speed as something else.

Often appears as...

  • fall out of sync
  • get out of sync

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Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "out of sync"
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Audiovisual Content

Used when sound and picture don't match in videos, making them confusing.

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When watching the livestream, the commentary was out of sync with the gameplay.
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Rhythmic Activities

Describes being off-beat in music or dance, missing the intended harmony.

Illustration for Rhythmic Activities
The band struggled because the drummer was out of sync with the rest.
Visual representation of the word "Out of sync"

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