Go haywire

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Technology Glitches

Often used when technology fails in unpredictable ways, suggesting temporary confusion or chaos.

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My smartphone's display went haywire after I dropped it.

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Plan Disruption

Use when a well-thought-out plan fails abruptly, leading to unforeseen outcomes.

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Our travel arrangements went haywire due to the storm.

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Unexpected Behavior

Describes someone or something acting out of the ordinary in a sudden, confusing manner.

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The quiet classroom went haywire when a bee flew in.

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