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contrary purpose

  • as incross purposes
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Synonyms for contrary purpose

noun conflicting purposes
  • contrary purpose
  • crossed wires
  • misunderstanding
  • mutual misunderstanding

More words related to contrary purpose

cross purposes

noun. conflicting purposes
  • contrary purpose
  • crossed wires
  • misunderstanding
  • mutual misunderstanding
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