mussed (up)

past tense of muss (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mussed (up)
knit
Verb
  • Applying the lessons of Amal Clooney to wear your own set of cigarette jeans is pretty simple—pair them with a neutral-toned blouse or delicate knit with a statement heel, like an animal print ankle boot or some Manolos.
    Michel Mejía, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2025
  • Somebody eventually had to knit the whole world together.
    The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
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“Mussed (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mussed%20%28up%29. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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