mess with
Example Sentences
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For “Ted Lasso” diehards, his leadership position in this new chapter was never in doubt; anything else would mess with its winning formula.
From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2026
He adds: "It did mess with my head a little bit. It's the most traumatic thing I've ever been through personally."
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
It really does affect your soul, so you don’t wanna mess with those frequencies.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
"Syria was a mess with what happened with the previous government," Trump said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026
I was like, Yeah, I’m stronger than half of the boys in my class, so don't mess with me.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
