cross up
phrasal verb
crossed up; crossing up; crosses up
Definition of cross up
US
1
: to make (someone) confused
The team crossed up their opponent by throwing the ball instead of running it.
2
: to ruin (something) completely
His failure to meet the deadline crossed up the deal.
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