out of touch

Idioms  

1. No longer in contact or communication, as in John and Mark have been out of touch for years, or That speech showed he's out of touch with his constituency. This metaphoric expression alludes to physical contact. [Late 1800s] Also see in touch.

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out of touch

The former corporate lawyer is perceived by many to be arrogant and out of touch with their problems.

From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026

Recalling the tense exchange, Jackie said she felt Apted could be out of touch, particularly over the changing roles of women in society.

From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026

Without naming the U.S., he appeared to cast Washington as out of touch with other nations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026

Asked why, Newsom told The Times his party had become out of touch with ordinary Americans.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026

“We get out of touch down there,” the agent joked humorlessly, heading for the door.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols

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