at cross-purposes »
Mutually misunderstanding each other's plans, intentions or meanings.
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belt and suspenders »
Redundant systems, affording mutual backup in the event of one failing.
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circular firing squad »
A political party or other group experiencing considerable disarray because the members are engaging in internal disputes and mutual recrimination.
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grey area »
An area intermediate between two mutually exclusive states or categories where the border between the two is fuzzy.
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in bed with »
Engaging in a close mutually beneficial relationship, especially secretly and illicitly.
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mutual admiration society »
A group of two or more people, in a workplace or other social environment, who routinely express considerable esteem and support for one another, sometimes to the point of exaggeration or pretense.
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