mixed-up
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of mixed-up
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Ms. Peet’s vivid blue eyes remain a major asset in “Fantasy Life,” an unforced character study that wryly observes some mild turbulence in the day-to-day existence of a group of mixed-up New Yorkers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
They spin, fly and twirl as they get closer and closer to each other and eventually merge and grow into one big, mixed-up galaxy in a process known as a ‘galactic merger’.
From Space Scoop • May 21, 2025
For years, people would come for tours and declare, “I love Will Rogers and his horse, Trigger!” — a mixed-up reference to the actor and rodeo star Roy Rogers.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2025
Mrs Lindsay said they looked absolutely identical when they were young, adding "I've got them mixed-up".
From BBC • Nov. 16, 2023
I have one of those mixed-up days at school.
From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor
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