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mess around with
/mˈɛs ɐɹˈaʊnd wɪð/
mess about with
to mess around with
[phrase form: mess]
01
to spend time playing, exploring, or making adjustments to something, usually for fun or improvement
Examples
She has messed around with different recipes to create the perfect dish.
02
to use or touch something in a careless, playful, or irritating manner, often leading to unintended consequences or disturbances
Examples
While I was away, someone was messing around with my desk, rearranging things.
