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mess up

[mes-uhp] / ˈmɛsˌʌp /


NOUN
an error, mistake; confusion
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But that can happen any place on any day, and nobody has to mess up an arid ecosystem to enjoy it.

From Salon Jul. 24, 2026

“I’d rather mess up naturally than not mess up unnaturally.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

"I've been in a daze ever since I saw the announcement. Until more information comes out, I need to be careful not to mess up my daily life from overthinking," wrote X user Yachi.

From Barron's Jun. 26, 2026

"But if you mess up on track and field, then it all goes away."

From BBC Apr. 21, 2026

I used to mess up the combo every time.

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle




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