1
as in to confuse
to fail to differentiate (a thing) from something similar or related
you've mixed piety up with pietism
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as in to disrupt
to undo the proper order or arrangement of
in my rush I had mixed up the files and had to sort them out later
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as in mistake
an instance of confusion
there was a mix-up at the airport and our luggage was accidentally sent to Ohio
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Recent Examples of mix (up)
Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 3 Dec. 2024
This gave her an inkling that some kind of mix-up had occurred in omitting one of her daughters.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
In a relatable twist, some users even shared their own cringeworthy mix-ups.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
In the comments, people shared their reactions to the hilarious mix-up.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Noun
When a mix-up leads to a rumor about him being engaged to her daughter, the whole family jumps in to keep up the charade.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 3 Dec. 2024
This gave her an inkling that some kind of mix-up had occurred in omitting one of her daughters.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
In a relatable twist, some users even shared their own cringeworthy mix-ups.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
In the comments, people shared their reactions to the hilarious mix-up.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix (up)
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These tools blur the line between reality and fiction, which can confuse audiences, especially younger viewers.Gerui Wang, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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However, her version is not to be confused with the film’s official soundtrack.Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Those on the right-flank will have an easier time disrupting the status quo next year — and some are already vowing to do so.Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, tariffs—another pillar of Trump's trade policy—could disrupt supply chains, leading to higher prices.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Currency with mistakes can also be worth a lot, so be on the lookout for modern dimes without the S mark.Miguel Legoas, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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In my experience, companies with strong safety capabilities typically have robust systems and processes that identify risks, are willing and able to learn from mistakes and proactively build resilience against the unexpected.Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In other words, the 2023 offseason was the Celtics' last real shot to shuffle their supporting cast around Brown and Tatum.Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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In addition, both received the Order of the British Empire in different years (2003 and 2017, respectively), and some tabloid media are shuffling the possibility of their knighthood.Nuria Luis, Glamour, 4 Dec. 2024
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There was also confusion concerning Blaise’s whereabouts when Bailey died.Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Avoid using jargon or complex language that could result in any confusion.James Bryant, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Warmer waters as a result of climate change and krill harvesting could be disturbing traditional humpback feeding grounds, forcing whales to go farther and farther to find food.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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One was arrested on suspicion of battery on a police officer and disturbing the public’s business, LAPD Sgt.David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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That foul-up then gets included in the series of questions and answers, causing the final answer to go askew.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024
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Many have faulted Cuba’s Stalinist bureaucratic centralization, but few critiques are as replete with concrete examples of foolishness and foul-ups.Richard Feinberg, Foreign Affairs, 1 Jan. 2012
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“Mix (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix%20%28up%29. Accessed 19 Dec. 2024.
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