acting unlike yourself · behaving unusually for you
This expression is perfect for when someone's behavior takes you by surprise because it's completely different from how they usually act. 🤔 Maybe your usually super calm friend is suddenly super agitated, or your quiet colleague is cracking all the jokes! It makes you think, "Hmm, that's not like them at all."
💡 You can use this phrase to gently point out someone's unusual behavior, often with a hint of concern or surprise. ✨ For instance, you could say, "He's usually so patient, so losing his temper like that was really out of character for him." It implies that there might be an underlying reason for their atypical actions.
Which situation is most appropriate for using 'to be out of character'? A. 🥳 Your friend is happily dancing at their birthday party. B. 📚 Your usually quiet friend suddenly tells many jokes during a presentation. C. ☔ You are walking with an umbrella on a rainy day.