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
Customers reported wrong items, strange quantities and other order mix-ups.
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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
Patience demonstrates care and prevents avoidable mix-ups.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2026
Keeping track of household spending and other bills helps avoid late payments and mix-ups.
—Malana Vantyler, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Lawmakers and courts must investigate these mix-ups not just as individual negligence, but as a failure of the institution to provide the necessary safeguards for their staff and patients.
—Robert Travieso, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Despite their compact size, the tags display information openly to prevent luggage mix-ups, and their metal construction draws the eye.
—Danielle Calma, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
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
Patience demonstrates care and prevents avoidable mix-ups.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2026
Keeping track of household spending and other bills helps avoid late payments and mix-ups.
—Malana Vantyler, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Lawmakers and courts must investigate these mix-ups not just as individual negligence, but as a failure of the institution to provide the necessary safeguards for their staff and patients.
—Robert Travieso, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Despite their compact size, the tags display information openly to prevent luggage mix-ups, and their metal construction draws the eye.
—Danielle Calma, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix-ups
Noun
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Defense attorney Alexandra Kazarian said California politicians are repeating age-old mistakes of trying to arrest their way out of a mental health crisis.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Some mistakes also went viral, creating an embarrassing moment for McDonald's and raising questions about whether the technology was ready for the drive-thru.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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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
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Despite a record-flirting sack season and excellent production against the run in 2025, the Broncos tied for the second-fewest fumbles recovered of any NFL defense last year.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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Last season was a struggle for the Ravens, and at times for Henry, whose three lost fumbles contributed to losses and the team’s 1-5 start.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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“Mix-ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix-ups. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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