mix up

Example Sentences

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It may omit relevant information while summarizing, mix up who is speaking and misinterpret context—such as missing nonverbal cues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

"The responsible culprits tried to mix up substandard net with qualified nets so as to cheat inspection and law enforcement agencies," Lee said, calling the suspects "evil".

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

Now we’re in a comedy structure where it’s act out and mix up a set up, a punch line, etc.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025

Pick up any bottle and a jug of Fresh Victor and mix up a quick pitcher cocktail for that holiday dinner you’re attending.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

"Well," she said, sucking away at her stinking cigar, "their favourite ruse is to mix up a powder that will turn a child into some creature or other that all grown-ups hate."

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl