Advertisement
Advertisement
crossed wires
noun as in cross purposes
Advertisement
Discover More
Example Sentences
The time seemed ripe now, however, for the writing of "Crossed Wires," and he had encouraged her to go ahead.
And suppose there were a few, ah, crossed wires in the manipulation of the corporation's business?
Before that time, however, the fine crossed wires had revolutionized astronomical observations.
Burning a black hole already in the deep drifts, the crossed wires forbade the girl to advance another yard!
Afraid as she was of the crossed wires, she was more afraid of showing the white feather.
Synonym of the day
Start each day with the Synonym of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to crossed wires, such as: contrary purpose, misunderstanding, and mutual misunderstanding.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse