mix it up
To compete vigorously, to quarrel, or to fight physically.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The two players started to mix it up near the goal.”
“The opposing teams began to mix it up after a very aggressive tackle during the match.”
“Tensions rose in the locker room as the teammates began to mix it up over who was responsible for the loss.”
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mix apples and oranges
To mix or confuse two completely different objects or ideas.
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mix up
To mix or blend thoroughly and completely.
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mixed bag
Something tending to have both good and bad results or characteristics; something having a mixture of advantages and disadvantages.
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mixed blessing
Something that has both good and bad features.
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mixed herbs
A common mix of different dried herbs for general culinary use, containing some or all of basil, sage, rosemary, marjoram, oregano, thyme, and parsley.
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mixed message
Any communication that is contradictory, inconsistent, or unclear, especially in its motive or intent.
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mixed picture
A situation in which both negatives and positives are found.
Last updated August 10, 2026