Get your wires crossed meaning
What does the saying 'Get your wires crossed' mean?
Idiom: Get your wires crossed
Meaning:
If people get their wires cross, they misunderstand each other, especially when making arrangements. ('Get your lines crossed' is also used.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Technology & science |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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