Thesaurus results for MIX-UPS

mix-ups

noun

plural of mix-up

as in mistakes

an instance of confusion there was a mix-up at the airport and our luggage was accidentally sent to Ohio

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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

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Cases can be delayed with different tactics, including intimidation, corruption and procedural mistakes that can reduce charges or even lead to acquittals, said Carole Grace Mbarga, a Cameroonian rights activist.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026
Common kitchen layout mistakes can make your space dysfunctional and uninviting.

— Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of mistakes

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Gilman recorded his share of takeaways with his original team, the Chargers, collecting five interceptions, forcing five fumbles and recovering six over six seasons in Los Angeles.

— Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2026
The Vikings overcame two lost fumbles inside the 20-yard line, one the Saints used as a catalyst for their only offensive touchdown of the afternoon and one that was returned for a score.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026

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