Tìm kiếm
to muck about
[phrase form: muck]
01
chơi đùa, làm trò hề
to engage in silly or playful behavior, typically when one should be focused on work or other responsibilities
Example
Some employees tend to muck about in the office, distracting others from their work.
Last week, instead of studying, they mucked about in the library, making it difficult for others to concentrate.
Instead of finishing their assignments, the students chose to muck about, causing a disruption in the classroom.
02
đối xử tồi tệ, lừa dối
to mistreat someone, especially by subjecting them to frequent changes, dishonesty, or unreliable behavior
Example
He felt frustrated when the company continued to muck him about with changing deadlines and unclear expectations.
Some employers unfortunately muck their employees about with inconsistent policies and sudden changes.
The team members complain that the manager often mucks them around with last-minute alterations to project plans.
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