At cross purposes meaning
What does the saying 'At cross purposes' mean?
Idiom: At cross purposes
Meaning:
When people are at cross purposes, they misunderstand each other or have different or opposing objectives.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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