be out of place

1. To not be suited to or blend with a certain group or setting. That modern addition to the school is very out of place with all of the older buildings on campus. I know you're out of place in this new school, but you'll make friends soon, and things will get better. Their wild nautical-themed house is totally out of place in the neatly organized suburb.

2. To not be in the usual or proper place. We need to put everything back perfectly—Mom and Dad will know if even one book is out of place. The detective noticed that the picture frame was out of place. Why are these necklaces out of place? Was someone rifling through my jewelry box?