Behavior & Approach - Without Care or Thought

Master English idioms that relate to being without care or thought, like "out of hand" and "give a hoot".

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to behave in a manner that is considered foolish or immature

Ex: Do not make an ass of yourself at the meeting; just listen.

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said to mean something is done without caring if someone gets offended or upset

Ex: After months of polite emails, the gloves are off and the company is naming names.

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to not be upset or concerned about someone or something at all

Ex: I would not lose any sleep over his comments.

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without consideration and hesitation

Ex: The committee rejected the proposal out of hand.

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to not care about other people's opinions, feelings, or rights

Ex: The new director ran roughshod over the staff's objections.

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to do or say something that is hurtful to someone and makes them undergo deep distress

Ex: Her remark about his failure cut him to the quick.

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to show concern for or care about someone or something

Ex: I wish the manager gave a hoot about how tired the staff are.

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to care about a person or thing

Ex: I do not give a hang what they say about me.

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to not care about other people and do what one believes is best for oneself

Ex: When layoffs started, he looked out for number one and blamed the junior staff.

Behavior & Approach
Foresight & Prudence	Overreaction	Tact	Being Tactful
Improvisation & Compromise	Behaving Politely	Lack of Care or Consideration	Without Care or Thought
Reacting or Demanding	Conversational Responses	Showing Surprise	Paying or Getting Attention
Not Paying Attention	Offensive Behavior	Jealousy & Competition	Reaction & Response
Harsh & Strict Treatment