muddy up

The phrase "muddy up" can refer to both literal and figurative actions, from making something physically dirty to creating confusion in a situation.

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Definition

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(literal)To make a surface or body of water dirty with mud.

Example

  • The kids muddy up the floor every time they come in from playing outside.

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(idiomatic)To create confusion or make a situation more complicated.

Example

  • The new information will only muddy up the investigation.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "muddy up":

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