Mess with

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verb

To get involved with someone or something in a way that could cause harm.

You should not mess with dangerous machinery.
Visual representation of "mess with" - To get involved with someone or something in a way that could cause harm

Often appears as...

  • mess with someone
  • mess with something
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Dangerous Implications

Using 'mess with' suggests potential physical or psychological harm may occur.

Illustration for Dangerous Implications
If you mess with that gang, you might get hurt.
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Strong Warning

Use 'mess with' to strongly advise someone against doing something risky.

Illustration for Strong Warning
You'd better not mess with the electrical panel without a professional.
Visual representation of the word "Mess with"

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