Be/get mixed up with somebody

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phrasal verb

To become involved or associated with someone, often in a negative or problematic way.

You really should not get mixed up with that group of kids, they are always causing trouble.
Visual representation of "be/get mixed up with somebody" - To become involved or associated with someone, often in a negative or problematic way.

Often appears as...

  • don't get mixed up with
  • ended up mixed up with

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Negative Association

This phrase often implies a bad influence or undesirable connection.

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He got mixed up with a notorious gang, which worried his family.
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Avoiding Judgment

Use it to describe associations without directly criticizing someone's character.

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She got mixed up with the wrong crowd, which changed her behavior.
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Bad Outcomes

It can suggest involvement led to negative consequences.

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After getting mixed up with them, he started to neglect his studies.
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