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haywire

/ˈheɪwaɪər/ adjective, noun · British & US
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What does haywire mean?

adjective, noun

In a state of disorder or confusion; wildly or recklessly. A length of wire, especially barbed wire.

Example

"The project was in haywire after the team leader left unexpectedly."

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