Meaning of the word "Get out of hand" in English

What does "Get out of hand" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Get out of hand

US /ɡɛt aʊt əv hænd/
UK /ɡɛt aʊt əv hænd/

Idiom

to become difficult to control

Example:
The party started to get out of hand when too many uninvited guests arrived.
If the situation gets out of hand, we'll have to call the police.