Examples of “muddle” in a Sentence

verb To mix things up in a confusing way, or to think in a confused, unclear manner.

• He muddled the dates and showed up a day early.
• Try not to muddle the two reports together.

verb To crush ingredients (such as mint or fruit) in the bottom of a glass when making a cocktail.

• Muddle the mint leaves before adding the rum.
• Bartenders muddle sugar and lime for a mojito.

noun A state of confusion or disorder.

• The paperwork was in a complete muddle.
• Her thoughts were a muddle after the long flight.