1
as in jumble
a state in which everything is out of order
things at the newly built school were all in a muddle on opening day
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as in daze
a state of mental confusion
I was in such a muddle after the accident that I didn't know where I was
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3
as in confusion
a state of mental uncertainty
the new, supposedly improved forms simply put taxpayers in a bigger muddle
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as in variety
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
a muddle of old magazines piled on the shelves
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as in to confuse
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
a car shopper thoroughly muddled by too much well-meaning advice
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as in to disrupt
to undo the proper order or arrangement of
some mischievous brat had muddled the household accounts
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Recent Examples of muddle
David Nield, WIRED, 20 Jan. 2025
Among those muddles: Who exactly are Sylvie’s parents?
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 July 2024
Jack Dunn, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
Tweaking/changing systems may show adaptability, but also muddled thinking.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
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Noun
In this case, there's a bit of a muddle of old and new tools.
—David Nield, WIRED, 20 Jan. 2025
Among those muddles: Who exactly are Sylvie’s parents?
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 July 2024
Verb
But it gets muddled with what is clear to be set up for the future of the MCU.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
Tweaking/changing systems may show adaptability, but also muddled thinking.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for muddle
Noun
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Minimize noise and clutter Dr. Small says environmental triggers like loud sounds and jumbles of papers and clothing can increase sundowning symptoms.—
Cathy Habas,
SELF,
17 Jan. 2025
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Owners’ names now read like jumbles of computer code, retirement homes or rock bands: Silver Sage, Dream Homes, Blue Apple, P Fin VII, Wref II, 3xs2, Vivid, Straight Red Lines, TKJK, Jags Proper.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2024
Noun
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Given the confusion surrounding EOs, her remarks provide critical insight into their legal standing and potential impact on TCUs.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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The decision to spare EIS, at least for now, only adds to the confusion.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Sunday’s Best exhibit features 18 artists and includes over 30 pieces of artwork in a variety of mediums, including photography, collages, fiber art and more.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Feb. 2025
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The shakes came in a variety of flavors, including chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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This should not be confused as some kind of part-time mentoring role, like someone coming in to give a speech once in a while and then clearing off.—
Simon Johnson,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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Don't let the term air fryer confuse you: These things are pretty much just small convection ovens that use fans to circulate hot air around your food in order to cook it evenly and efficiently.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The pair meet after the guy picks up a prescription for an extremely gnarly black eye, setting off a whirlwind romance that’s inevitably disrupted by — what else? — a grumpy parent.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
21 Feb. 2025
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The occurrence of any of these events disrupts the global supply chain and can deeply impact profitability.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The fund did lower its payout after the 2022 mess, leaving itself room to buy bargains.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Mark Critchley has a full explainer on the financial mess.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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At night, there is a bit of noise and haze as the smaller sensor has to dial up the ISO to bring in more light.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Delta passengers were forced to evacuated via slides at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday after haze or smoke was observed in the plane, according to the airline and the Federal Aviation Administration.—
Clara McMichael,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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On Tuesday at 2:28 a.m. a dense fog advisory was issued by the NWS San Diego CA in effect until 9 a.m. for San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Feb. 2025
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Because the fog sometimes turns out to be the actual transmitter of illumination—the clarity rising from within the confusions—any simple summary or attempt to distill objective lessons betrays his mind.—
Adam Gopnik,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Muddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/muddle. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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