Definition & Meaning of "mix up"

to mix up

[phrase form: mix]

to unintentionally change the arrangement or order of a group of things, often leading to confusion or errors

to cause someone to become confused

to fail to recognize a person or thing properly by assuming that they are another person or thing

to prepare something by combining different ingredients to create a mixture

Example

She often mixes up the order of the steps when following a recipe.

I accidentally mixed up the test tubes, and now the experiment is compromised.

While tidying up the office, I accidentally mixed up the files, causing some confusion among the team.

For a flavorful marinade, mix up olive oil, herbs, and a touch of citrus for your grilled chicken.

The sudden alteration of the meeting agenda mixed up the participants, causing a moment of confusion.

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