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The letters were in a jumble.
What does Jumble mean?
Jumble means a mixed-up group or to mix things up.
Dictionary definition
A mixed-up group of things, or to mix things together in a confused way.
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Jumble in a sentence
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Do not jumble the puzzle pieces before we sort them.
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The mystery began as a jumble of clues that slowly made sense.
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Which word is closest in meaning to jumble?
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WordJumble.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningJumble means a mixed-up group or to mix things up.
ExampleExample: The letters were in a jumble.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- juhm · bul
- Strongest beat
- juhm
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on juhm.
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Synonyms
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mixUse for putting things together.
messUse for things that are disorganized.
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Jumble means a mixed-up group or to mix things up.
Common mix-up
Jumble is not the same as order. Jumble means jumble means a mixed-up group or to mix things up.
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Read this model sentence: Do not jumble the puzzle pieces before we sort them. Clue words: not, puzzle, pieces. Underline clue words that show why jumble fits instead of order. Now write one new sentence that shows jumble without using the word jumble. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show jumble?
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