divide against a purpose
[dɪˈvaɪd əˈɡɛnst ə ˈpɜrpəs]
verb phrase
dividir-se contra um propósito
1. To become split or fragmented in opposition to a shared goal or objective; to work against one's own interests or stated aims
The organization began to divide against a purpose when internal factions pursued conflicting agendas instead of the mission statement.
A organização começou a dividir-se contra um propósito quando facções internas perseguiram agendas conflitantes em vez da declaração de missão.
2. To be in contradiction with oneself; to undermine one's own goals through internal conflict
A house divided against a purpose cannot stand strong against external challenges.
Uma casa dividida contra um propósito não pode permanecer forte contra desafios externos.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a house divided against itself
cut off one's nose to spite one's face
shooting oneself in the foot
work at cross-purposes
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