on the same page

Meaning

Sharing the same understanding or opinion about something.

Examples

1. Before the meeting, let’s make sure we’re all on the same page. US UK
2. The two managers weren’t on the same page about the budget. US UK
3. I think we’re on the same page now. US UK

How to use it

This idiom is common in business English, in meetings and in emails. The negative form is not on the same page. You can also say get on the same page, which means to reach an understanding.

Common mistake

Not: We are in the same page.
Say: We are on the same page. (The preposition is on.)