1
as in havoc
a state in which everything is out of order
the bachelor party had left the house in a total mess
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2
as in meal
food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
a mess of oatmeal
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as in loads
a considerable amount
an unexpected Super Bowl loss that unleashed a whole mess of finger-pointing and second-guessing
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as in to interfere
to interest oneself in what is not one's concern
please don't mess with me while I'm trying to concentrate
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Recent Examples of mess
Cory Turner, NPR, 31 Mar. 2025
There’s a way to handle such messes: Take accountability and outline steps to prevent any recurrence.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2025
Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Pesky messes like glitter, sugar, sprinkles or other fine particles on countertops.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Illustration by Annelise Capossela for NPR The federal student loan system is a mess right now.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 31 Mar. 2025
There’s a way to handle such messes: Take accountability and outline steps to prevent any recurrence.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
Or perhaps blaming the whole Jets mess on Aaron Rodgers.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Pesky messes like glitter, sugar, sprinkles or other fine particles on countertops.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mess
Noun
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The Artist Known as Muse is here to wreak some bloody havoc.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
21 Mar. 2025
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The outbreak is forecasted across the central Gulf Coast, Deep South and the Tennessee Valley with some tornadoes spanning long and possibly causing havoc, according to the National Weather Service.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Centrally located in the GA section of Coachella both weekends, the activation will allow festival attendees to lounge while enjoying a meal.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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In addition, casein is known to promote satiety, thus helping to stave off nighttime hunger and reduce the urge to snack between meals.—
Veronica Cristino,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Summer Hamptons Party Host a coastal social that transports you to the Hamptons—even if there’s no beach in sight.—
Maggie Griswold,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile the first-to-market conical brush ensures there never a clump in sight.—
Jackie Fields,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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That approach works better, interfering less with the maestro’s performance(s), while sleight of hand allows the actor to appear opposite himself in a handful of scenes.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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That complaint, in reference to electioneering and interfering in the polls, was lodged against Martin Sorice for wearing clothing supporting then-presidential candidate Donald Trump at an early voting Schererville site last fall.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The road to economic hell is paved with political intentions.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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This not entirely pleasant odor led medieval visitors to believe that this area was the gate to hell, but that’s not keeping anyone away these days: The bath, which steams away at 99.5 degrees, is free and open 24 hours a day, with crowds at all times of day and night.—
Maggie Fuller,
AFAR Media,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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These factors, combined with better menu quality, has led to the success of these brands, according to RJ Hottovy, an analyst at Placer.ai.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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In addition to having access to a private estate entrance and suite (filled with Champagne and a menu of small bites), VIP bridal clients will have access to Houghton’s archival, new and exclusive styles, with prices ranging from $3,500 to $20,000.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
28 Mar. 2025
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Objects are often askew and out of frame, and everyday sounds like a toilet flush or blinds being pulled assume a low, staticky growl, as though frights fueled by childish imagination.—
Gayle Sequeira,
Vulture,
20 Jan. 2025
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In a second Instagram Stories post, the singer offered another look at the cake, featuring a large bust of a clicker, the fungal zombie-esque frights from the Last of Us video game franchise and HBO series of the same name.—
Gil Macias,
People.com,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Financial details of the Amalie deal were not disclosed.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Armed with billion-dollar domestic media rights deals, the three power countries have been under pressure to satisfy broadcasters wanting more marquee series.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Mess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mess. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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