What is another word for be cross purposes?
Pronunciation: [biː kɹˈɒs pˈɜːpəsɪz] (IPA) 
"Be Cross Purposes" is an idiomatic expression that means two or more people or groups have different goals or intentions, causing communication confusion and misunderstandings. Synonyms to this phrase include "misaligned objectives," "mixed signals," "incompatible aims," "opposing views," "conflicting agenda," "divergent outcomes," and "mutually exclusive goals." All these expressions illustrate a situation where two or more parties are working in opposite directions, leading to a lack of agreement and difficulties in achieving the desired outcomes. In such a scenario, it's essential to identify the differences promptly and find a common ground to resolve the issue to avoid further conflicts.
