Out of hand

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Control Lost

Used when a situation becomes too difficult to manage or oversee. Slide

The demonstration quickly got out of hand, with crowds blocking the streets.

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Negatively Spiraled

Often implies that an event or behavior has deteriorated in a negative way. Slide

Their playful banter soon got out of hand and turned into a serious argument.

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Intervention Needed

Suggests that some external help or action is required to regain control. Slide

The kids were so noisy and mischievous; the situation was getting out of hand.

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