not with it

The phrase "not with it" is often used informally to describe someone who is mentally absent or out of touch with current events or surroundings.

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Definition

B2General

(informal)Not fully alert, focused, or mentally present.

Example

  • She seemed really tired and not with it during the meeting.
  • After the long flight, I was completely not with it.

B2General

(informal)Lacking awareness or understanding of current events, trends, or information.

Example

  • He’s not with it when it comes to the latest technology.
  • I haven't watched the news in weeks, so I'm really not with it.

B2General

(informal)Out of touch with reality or the situation at hand.

Example

  • After his accident, he was not with it for several days.
  • She was so distracted that she was completely not with it.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "not with it":

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