Be mixed up in (something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be mixed up in (something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-04-13 12:04

Meaning of Be mixed up in (something)

Synonyms:

get mixed up in (something)

Be mixed up in (something) verb phrase

If you are mixed up in something, you are involved in something, especially something illegal or dishonest.

Peter is said to be mixed up in illegal activities.

Please answer honestly! Are you mixed up in his death?

The company is mixed up in litigation over its outstanding debts. It is really difficult to explain it to the foreign partners.

Other phrases about:

be in the loop

To be told about and/or included in something, such as a plan or project, especially that which involves or relates to a particular group

up to (one's) eyeballs (in something)

Very busy (with something); mired in something; given too much of something.

swim with sharks

1. Used to say that someone is in the water with sharks.

2. To be involved with devious or hazardous people.

stick (one's) bib in

To become involved in something that is not one's business or duty in an invasive or inquisitive manner.

Grammar and Usage of Be mixed up in (something)

Verb Forms

  • to be mixed up in (something)
  • is/am/are mixed up in (something)
  • was/were mixed up in (something)

The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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