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be on the same wavelength
To be in agreement; to think or behave similarly. I was surprised that we became friends so quickly, but we're just always on the same wavelength.
on the same wavelength
Fig. thinking in the same pattern. We're not on the same wavelength. Let's try again. We kept talking until we got on the same wavelength.
on the same wavelength
in agreement Writing the screenplay was easy because Bill and I were on the same wavelength.
Related vocabulary: on the same pagebe on the same wavelength
if two people are on the same wavelength, it is easy for them to understand and agree with each other To my surprise, I found that we were absolutely on the same wavelength about most of the important issues. I can't discuss anything with her - we're simply not on the same wavelength.
on the same wavelength
In complete accord, in rapport, as in Conductor, orchestra members, soloists, and chorus all were on the same wavelength, making for a wonderful performance . This term alludes to radio waves that carry a broadcast. [First half of 1900s]
on the same wavelength
mod. thinking in the same pattern. We’re not on the same wavelength. Let’s try again.
on the same wavelength
Informal In complete accord; in harmony: "a fluid ... production in which author, director, designer and cast seem to be working on the same wavelength" (James Lardner).