get something twisted
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Meaning · English
To misunderstand or misconstrue; to misinterpret; to be confused or in error.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
We're just having dinner together, not dating. Don't get it twisted.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “get something twisted” mean?
To misunderstand or misconstrue; to misinterpret; to be confused or in error.
Is “get something twisted” formal or informal?
get something twisted is generally slang.