Well use a medium where you communicate better. Many can articulate better with the written word. Try continuing the conversation over text or email or whatever.
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Flow charts or bullet lists as visual aid. The higher position your interlocutor is in the simpler you should try to keep your point. If you need their input on a project only bring them one A vs B decision at a time.
Pro tip: if you own your mistakes and never try to hide or diminish your responsibility, it's like a secret weapon to diffuse blame. People will accept that you made a mistake and just move on.
Ask questions, like "How did you interpret what I said?". Neutral and always non-confrontational. Make sure it's an open question, so no yes/no answers.
That will help you understand their thought process and figure out a more effective way to explain yourself to that person. Maybe even in general.