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mixed message

idiom

Any communication that is contradictory, inconsistent, or unclear, especially in its motive or intent.


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  1. 01

    mixed bag

    Something tending to have both good and bad results or characteristics; something having a mixture of advantages and disadvantages.

  2. 02

    mixed blessing

    Something that has both good and bad features.

  3. 03

    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.

  4. 04

    mixed picture

    A situation in which both negatives and positives are found.

  5. 05

    send a message

    To implicitly communicate an idea, typically through one's actions.

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