off one's dot: meaning & examples

Meanings:

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  • Slightly mad, eccentric, or not acting with full mental clarity.
  • Temporarily confused or out of touch with normal judgment.

  Examples

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  • Grandpa has always been a bit off his dot, telling stories that don’t quite add up.

    El abuelo siempre ha estado un poco loco, contando historias que no cuadran del todo.

  • You’re acting off your dot today—did you forget to take your medication again?

    Estás actuando raro hoy, ¿te olvidaste de tomar tu medicación otra vez?

  • People said she was off her dot after that strange outburst at the office party.

    La gente dijo que estaba loca después de ese extraño estallido en la fiesta de la oficina.