OFF-THE-CUFF Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

off-the-cuff

adjective

ˈȯf-ṯẖə-ˈkəf

as in impromptu

made or done without previous thought or preparation having gotten into hot water with some unfortunate off-the-cuff remarks, the candidate now limits himself to his carefully prepared campaign speech

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Recent Examples of off-the-cuff While the role aligned with Arlaud’s political interests, he was most drawn to an off-the-cuff filmmaking approach that echoed his own process. —

Ben Croll, IndieWire, 12 May 2026 Soldier Boy is such a fun, wild, off-the-cuff character. —

Glenn Garner, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026 His off-the-cuff suggestion just might make it in the show. —

Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026 Mirković, a 6-foot-9 forward from Nikšić, Montenegro, is a social media clip waiting to happen, goofy, spirited and just off-the-cuff enough to become a fan favorite. —

Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for off-the-cuff

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But the studio’s initial footage and photos certainly led many to assume this was an impromptu moment, and media outlets covered the stunt without knowing the lucky tourists were hand-picked by the studio.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2026
In an Instagram carousel posted on Tuesday, April 21, the mogul shared snaps from what appears to be an impromptu photo shoot in her home — with her massive wall of Hermès serving as a backdrop.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026