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as in jumbles
a state in which everything is out of order
the bachelor party had left the house in a total mess
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2
as in meals
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
a mess of oatmeal
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3
as in horrors
something unpleasant to look at
the car was a mess after the accident
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as in loads
a considerable amount
an unexpected Super Bowl loss that unleashed a whole mess of finger-pointing and second-guessing
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as in interferes
to interest oneself in what is not one's concern
please don't mess with me while I'm trying to concentrate
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Recent Examples of messes
Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 28 Aug. 2025
Jones is terrific as a young woman forced to grow up much too soon, who is running out of patience having to constantly clean up her uncle’s many messes, and McShane pops off the screen in a smaller role as a character whose anger is even less controlled than Robbie’s.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025
The vacuum is equipped with two suction speeds that work on all messes and surfaces — from crumbs scattered on hardwood floors to hair deeply embedded in carpet.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
To quickly eliminate soap scum, water splatters, and other glass messes, apply shaving cream all over the surface.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Like the trending Light n’ Easy model that shoppers can’t get enough of, this Bissell one easily tackles all kinds of stains and messes, including everyday dirt, grime buildup, sticky residue, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
Directed by Carl Franklin, Out of Time is a dark, funny, sexy offering about an alcoholic Florida cop who stumbles into a series of messes and has to maneuver himself out.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Probably because that’s where all the hot messes happen (speaking from experience).
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2025
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This appliance is less bulky (and lighter) than an upright vac, but still has plenty of suction power and a mop roller brush to help clean up stuck-on messes—something even the best cordless stick vacuums lack.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 28 Aug. 2025
Jones is terrific as a young woman forced to grow up much too soon, who is running out of patience having to constantly clean up her uncle’s many messes, and McShane pops off the screen in a smaller role as a character whose anger is even less controlled than Robbie’s.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025
The vacuum is equipped with two suction speeds that work on all messes and surfaces — from crumbs scattered on hardwood floors to hair deeply embedded in carpet.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
To quickly eliminate soap scum, water splatters, and other glass messes, apply shaving cream all over the surface.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Like the trending Light n’ Easy model that shoppers can’t get enough of, this Bissell one easily tackles all kinds of stains and messes, including everyday dirt, grime buildup, sticky residue, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
Directed by Carl Franklin, Out of Time is a dark, funny, sexy offering about an alcoholic Florida cop who stumbles into a series of messes and has to maneuver himself out.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Probably because that’s where all the hot messes happen (speaking from experience).
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for messes
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Additionally, Abbott signed Senate Bill 314, barring certain additives from meals provided through free and reduced breakfast and lunch programs, and Senate Bill 379, which bans the purchase of sugary snacks and drinks, such as soda, with SNAP benefits.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Aug. 2025
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The right foods can help boost your milk flow, so having meals readily available can make nursing easier.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
27 Aug. 2025
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When his rural house of horrors was discovered by authorities in 1957, future production designers got a laundry list of ideas for grotesque set decorations.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
29 Aug. 2025
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Now trapped in Prater’s creepy vault of horrors with the dead body of possibly his last friend doesn’t bode well for New York’s newest UrCar rideshare driver.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
29 Aug. 2025
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Federal agents stopped three boats that were en route to South Florida from the Bahamas and were smuggling large loads of cocaine and dozens of Chinese migrants last week, according to court documents.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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On top of that, the humanoid handled different types of dishwasher loads, from dishes to glasses, adapting itself to execute the task with perfection.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 2025
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Bárbara, who can see the guests a few feet away, maintains a neutral expression on her face as Solène demands to be spoken to nicely, at which point Jess interferes and tells them to save it for later.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
5 Aug. 2025
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Elsewhere, Morgan interferes when Elliot admits to not being invited to his classmate’s party.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2025
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All’s well that metal-as-hells well.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
27 Aug. 2025
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McDonald's framed the move as a broader push to restore lower price points across its menus after rolling out McValue and other promotions earlier this year.—
Ben Kelly,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Huse planned the menus, often testing recipes to correspond with his research, and gave their guests jobs.—
Gabrielle Calise,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The House of Juju also has stellar sights, with eats like a delectable red snapper sandwich on offer.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Wolf spiders prefer dark hiding places like piles of leaves or fallen logs.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
6 Sep. 2025
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Remove wood piles and clutter, seal cracks and leaks, and keep your floors, counters, and appliances clean to prevent pests from entering.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Messes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/messes. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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