in a muddle
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Match of the Day 2's Troy Deeney, Shay Given and Mark Chapman look at why newly promoted teams are getting in a "muddle" in the Premier League, after confirmation of Southampton's relegation.
From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2025
It also leaves the Nets in a muddle.
From New York Times ● Jan. 7, 2022
The Cincinnati Bengals replaced them as AFC North division leaders, and the Ravens tumbled to eighth in the AFC standings, out of playoff position in a muddle of 8-6 teams.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 19, 2021
No one could blame the cast for collapsing in a muddle after the rousing rendition of “Too Darn Hot” that stops the show early on in the second act.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 14, 2019
“I don’t want you to do anything but be civil to him and help to the pudding. You’ll give me your advice if I get in a muddle, won’t you?” asked Jo, rather hurt.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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