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at crosspurposes

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cross-pur⋅pose

  [kraws-pur-puhs, kros-]
Use at crosspurposes in a Sentence
–noun
1. an opposing or contrary purpose.
—Idiom
2. at cross-purposes, in a way that involves or produces mutual misunderstanding or frustration, usually unintentionally.
Origin:
1660–70
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AT&T™ Official Site
Phone, Internet, & TV or Wireless for Under $100 /month with AT&T.
att.com
A T Cross at Amazon
Find everything for the office. From address books to desk lamps.
Amazon.com/office
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