off the top of one's head

Definition

In an extemporaneous manner; without careful thought, preparation, or investigation.

Example Sentences

• "I cannot think of any good examples off the top of my head, but give me a couple of hours and I'm sure I could come up with something."
• "Ideally, one would wish to explore them through a series of depth interviews extending over several months, rather than by a brief survey interview, which necessarily tends to elicit responses off the top of one's head."
• "These responses are not analyzed but are intended to discourage answers off the top of one's head to the next question, which explicitly asks if these situated responses reflect the strength of character on focus."

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