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: If you keep bragging like that, you will make an ass of yourself.

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

Ex: If they keep lying about us, the gloves are off.

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

Ex: He did not lose any sleep over firing half the team.

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without consideration and hesitation

Ex: They laughed the warning off out of hand and kept driving.

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

Ex: She tends to run roughshod over anyone who disagrees with her.

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

Ex: Being left out of the tribute cut the old coach to the quick.

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to show concern for or care about someone or something

Ex: If the school gave a hoot, it would fix the broken heaters.

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to care about a person or thing

Ex: If they gave a hang about fairness, they would listen to both sides.

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

Ex: He left the team short-handed because he was looking out for number one.

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	Reaction & Response	Jealousy & Competition
Harsh & Strict Treatment