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the right (hand) does not know what the left (hand) is doing
the left (hand|) [do] not know what the right (hand|) [is] doing
the right (hand) does not know what the left (hand) is doing
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used to refer to the lack of communication between the different parts of an organization about their roles or activities that leads to confusion and dysfunction
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Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "the right does not know what the left is doing" and when to use it?
The idiom "the right does not know what the left is doing" is a biblical reference that appears in the New Testament, specifically in the book of Matthew. It is typically used to describe a situation where there is a lack of coordination or communication among different parts of an organization or group.
Examples
In this company, the right hand does not know what the left hand is doing.
