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to cock up
[phrase form: cock]
01
to mess up something, often due to the lack of necessary ability or knowledge
Informal
Example
The chef accidentally cocked up the recipe by adding too much salt.
The team 's lack of communication cocked up the event, leaving guests disappointed.
They totally cocked up the project by failing to coordinate the tasks properly.
02
(of an animal) to lift ears in an alert manner
Example
The dog cocked up its ears when it heard a strange noise.
The cat cocked up its ears, reacting to the sound of a distant bird.
Example
The chef accidentally cocked up the recipe by adding too much salt.
The team's lack of communication cocked up the event, leaving guests disappointed.
They totally cocked up the project by failing to coordinate the tasks properly.
Despite their good intentions, the company's decision to rebrand cocked up with a poorly executed marketing campaign.
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