MUSSED (UP) Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

mussed (up)

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past tense of muss (up)

as in messed (up)

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knit

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Kiton A far cry from its prep-school cousins, Kiton’s take on the traditional cable knit blows up the proportions with more loosely entwined cords, making a statement with negative space—and a gutsy chartreuse color.

— Jon Roth, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026
Bring a little fall to your couch with this jumbo cushion, made from soft jersey knit in a warm autumn print.

— Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 2 Sep. 2026

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