mix it

phrase

British, informal
: to fight or argue
The two boxers started mixing it.
He loves to mix it with his younger brothers.

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Shop it with the matching shams, or mix it with classic stripes for a personal touch. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 Let the compost sit for up to five months, then mix it in with your garden soil for healthier plants and soil. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026

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“Mix it.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mix%20it. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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