Muddle along

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verb

To proceed or make progress in a slow and unsatisfactory way.

She doesn't know much about the software, but she's been muddling along.
Visual representation of "muddle along" - To proceed or make progress in a slow and unsatisfactory way

Often appears as...

  • muddle along without help
  • muddle along on one's own
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Informal Usage

The phrase 'muddle along' is informal and best used in casual conversations, not in formal writing or speeches.

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After losing the manual, we just had to muddle along and hope for the best.
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Subtle Struggle

Using 'muddle along' implies a struggle with the task at hand, but without giving up.

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I'm muddling along with my piano lessons, even though they're challenging.
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Lack of Expertise

The phrase often indicates the person is managing without expert skills or knowledge.

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He's muddling along with the home repairs, even though he's not a handyman.
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