on the same wavelength
/ɒn ðə ˌseɪm ˈweɪvleŋθ/INFORMAL · C1
Meaning
understanding each other easily because you think alike
Examples
- 1Maria and I are on the same wavelength; we often finish each other's sentences.
- 2It's easy working with Ben because we're on the same wavelength about design.
- 3Within five minutes, I could tell the manager and I were on the same wavelength, and I got the job.
- 4My flatmate and I just aren't on the same wavelength; she thinks my jokes are rude.
- 5The two designers were on the same wavelength, so the new logo was ready in a day.
Grammar
Usually after be. Add as before the other person.
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