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jumble

1 of 2verb
/ˈʤəm.bəl/
Forms:jumbles,jumbling,jumbled,jumbled
1

to mix things in a random or disorganized manner

transitive
  • The strong wind jumbled the papers on the desk, creating a mess.
  • In a hurry, she accidentally jumbled the letters while sorting the mail.
  • The toddler joyfully jumbled the building blocks, creating a colorful but chaotic structure.
  • The student hastily jumbled the flashcards while studying for the exam.
2

to be mixed up in a state of disorder or confusion

  • Thoughts and emotions jumbled in his mind as he tried to make sense of the situation.
  • In the midst of the chaos, my feelings jumbled, and I couldn't sort out my emotions.
  • With so many tasks demanding my attention, my priorities jumbled and I struggled to stay organized.
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