be poles/worlds apart

be poles apart

To be very different in behavior or views; to be in opposition. Unfortunately, the two sides are still poles apart in their negotiations. My sister and I are very close now, but we were poles apart growing up and fought all the time.
See also: apart, pole
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be poles apart

differ greatly in nature or opinion.
See also: apart, pole
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be ˈpoles/ˈworlds apart

be widely separated; have no interests that you share: Politically, the two leaders are poles apart. What you learn in the classroom and what happens on the job are often worlds apart.
See also: apart, pole, world
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See also:
  • be poles apart
  • poles apart
  • apart
  • pole
  • base instinct
  • control over
  • control over (someone or something)
  • not have a leg to stand on
  • meet (one's)/the requirements
  • meet the requirements