How to Pronounce "out on a limb"
expression
OWT-awn-uh-LIM
OWT-on-uh-LIM
Definition
To put yourself in a risky or vulnerable situation by making a suggestion, supporting an idea, or taking a stance that others may not agree with.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɪm
British English
ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /lˈɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OWT-awn-uh-LIM
UK
OWT-on-uh-LIM
Listen in Context
I'm out on a limb by suggesting this new idea.
He was out on a limb when he disagreed with everyone at the meeting.
Sometimes you have to go out on a limb to achieve something great.
She really went out on a limb backing that unpopular proposal.