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to mess with
[phrase form: mess]
01
scherzare con, avere a che fare con
to get involved with something or someone, often dangerous, in a way that might lead to problems or harm
Transitive: to mess with sb/sth
Informal
Esempi
The detective knew better than to mess with the criminal organization without proper backup and support.
Il detective sapeva bene di non immischiarsi con l'organizzazione criminale senza il giusto supporto e backup.
02
prendere in giro, scherzare con
to tease or joke with someone in a lighthearted and good-natured manner
Transitive: to mess with sb
InformalEsempi
We always mess with each other at work; it keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
Ci prendiamo in giro sempre al lavoro; mantiene l'atmosfera leggera e divertente.
03
infastidire, provocare
to bother, provoke, or antagonize someone
Transitive: to mess with sb/sth
SlangEsempi
You 'll regret messing with him.
Ti pentirai di aver a che fare con lui.
04
(African American) to like, enjoy, approve of, or support someone or something
SlangEsempi
They mess with her style; it's fire.
