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as in jumble
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the paper got lost in the shuffle on his desk
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2
as in ambiguity
deliberate evasion in speech
no matter how directly we asked the question, all we got was shuffle in return
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as in to stomp
to move heavily or clumsily
the old man shuffled across the floor in his slippers
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as in to disrupt
to undo the proper order or arrangement of
shuffle the cards and deal five to each player
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Recent Examples of shuffle
Joanna Allhands, AZCentral.com, 26 July 2025
In advance of Thursday’s announcement, FS1 had ended several daily studio shows in a programming shuffle.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 July 2025
Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
North Carolina: Gio Lopez, QB, South Alabama — Nobody shuffled through more transfers in the ACC than Bill Belichick’s program, and Lopez was one of the later additions, arriving in April after Ryan Browne returned to Purdue.
—Manny Navarro, New York Times, 29 July 2025
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Noun
Many folks fear that deep cuts will force Arizona to prioritize uses, and that in the shuffle, those that require a lot of water — like agriculture — will be pressured to slash production.
—Joanna Allhands, AZCentral.com, 26 July 2025
In advance of Thursday’s announcement, FS1 had ended several daily studio shows in a programming shuffle.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 July 2025
Verb
The Red Sox have shuffled through backup catchers this season themselves.
—Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
North Carolina: Gio Lopez, QB, South Alabama — Nobody shuffled through more transfers in the ACC than Bill Belichick’s program, and Lopez was one of the later additions, arriving in April after Ryan Browne returned to Purdue.
—Manny Navarro, New York Times, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shuffle
Noun
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In jumbles of old stones that, to me, are barely legible as the remains of buildings, Cocon López could see the entire timeline of old Aké and how later people interacted with and repurposed what came before.—
Lizzie Wade,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 May 2025
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Instead, voters themselves are jumbles of competing and sometimes contradictory interests.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
14 Feb. 2025
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This framework not only aligns closely with other critical global standards but also underscores the need for professionals who are uniquely trained to navigate ambiguity, challenge assumptions and design with empathy.—
Guy Diedrich,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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A number of analysts argue that the latest NATO defense spending targets contain ambiguities that may skirt core commitments.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Aug. 2025
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Jenna Ortega has stomped all over the press tour for the second season of Wednesday.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
6 Aug. 2025
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Some, snubbed by their companions, stomp off in a huff or peck adjacent fans instead, while youthful pairs looking to lock lips are thwarted by chaperoning adults.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
3 Aug. 2025
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Indiana Democrats lack the ability to break quorum and disrupt legislative processes, like their counterparts in Texas are currently doing, Pierce told anchor Kate Bolduan.—
Indianapolis Star,
IndyStar,
7 Aug. 2025
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Over time, that idea grew into a global platform that disrupted the hotel business and connects millions of travelers with unique places to stay.—
Adam Sarhan,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Maybe even playing the Super Bowl with a medley of her biggest hits from over the years?—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
15 Aug. 2025
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The group’s Daft Punk medley, which has been viewed 381 million times on YouTube, won them their first of three Grammy Awards.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There should be no equivocation or the appearance of partiality.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
12 Dec. 2024
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The false equivocation of men’s and women’s superficial concerns is the first time Song tips her hand.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
25 June 2025
Verb
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The Wave have been fortunate that Orlando and Washington have also stumbled, keeping the gap small.—
Fernando Ramirez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Indeed, the Braves overcame an early 5-1 deficit in the series opener Tuesday with four runs in the fourth inning to tie the score, only to give it right back on a night when Spencer Strider stumbled, tying a career high with eight runs allowed in four innings.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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The refusal by the union to obey the order left many travelers at Toronto Pearson International Airport confused and frustrated on Aug. 17.—
Allison Lampert,
USA Today,
17 Aug. 2025
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The Chiefs looked overwhelmed and confused at times.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Shuffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shuffle. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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