mix-ups

plural of mix-up

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of mix-ups But that drop in intensity quickly veered into carelessness, with the defence failing to assert its composure amid loose passes and hapless communication mix-ups. — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 In the following days, election officials ensured voters that the mix-ups did not compromise the results. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026 This complicated story of mix-ups and mishaps at sea will be accompanied by the pianist and organist Ben Model, who will share keyboard duties with Makia Matsumura throughout the festival. — Tim Page, The Washington Examiner, 25 July 2026 Most complaints concern shipping delays or order mix-ups, but the brand has addressed most of them. — Nicole Hernandez, USA Today, 21 July 2026 Customers reported wrong items, strange quantities and other order mix-ups. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026 The reason for this is because a strong energy is building up before tomorrow’s Full Moon, which can distract you or cause mix-ups in communications and transportation. — Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026 Label each basket clearly to avoid any mix-ups; consider clip-on labels for fabric baskets or labeling the shelf for quick and easy identification. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026 With the twins often side by side — sometimes even dressed the same for work as physician assistant injectors — the mix-ups can feel inevitable. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix-ups
Noun
  • Containing the ground game could put Seattle in predictable passing situations, giving the Chiefs a chance to pressure Darnold and force mistakes.
    — Neil Nakahodo, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
  • But Orlando believes those types of mistakes are correctable.
    — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Before the Lost Weekend, John and Yoko had their New York Year — turning their personal confusions into beautifully vivid moments of rage and pain.
    — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • That sets up what could be a wild night at Soldier Field, pitting a Bears defense that is known for turning the ball over against a Pats offense that has turned it over 13 times, including six of 11 fumbles lost.
    — Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Las Vegas forced nine turnovers over the first three weeks — five fumbles and four interceptions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Oct. 2026

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“Mix-ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix-ups. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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