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Be/get mixed up in something

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Negative Connotation

Often implies involvement in something problematic or undesirable.

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He got mixed up in illegal gambling.
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Unintentional Involvement

Can suggest the person didn't intend to be involved.

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I accidentally got mixed up in their dispute.
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Avoiding Responsibility

Used when someone wants to distance themselves from a situation.

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I refuse to be mixed up in your schemes.
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