Mess up | EWA Phasal Verbs Dictionary
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phrasal verbs

Mess up

/mɛs ʌp /

B1

Intermediate

1. To make a mistake or cause a plan or situation to go wrong.

  • I really messed up the presentation by forgetting my notes.
  • She messed up the recipe by adding too much salt.

2. To make something dirty or untidy.

  • The kids messed up the living room with their toys.
  • Don't mess up my desk, it's finally organized.

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