get something twisted
verbEtymology Likely a clipping of get something twisted out of shape, referring to a notion or idea that has been taken out of proper context. Also likely from the observation that twisted wires or lines often result in miscommunication and error.
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Slang To misunderstand or misconstrue; to misinterpret; to be confused or in error.
Also African-American Vernacular
- We're just having dinner together, not dating. Don't get it twisted.
- Related terms
- get bent out of shape