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The English We Speak: Muddle along

The English We Speak: Muddle along

Update: 2025-09-0235
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An expression meaning you're managing OK even if you don't have a plan. Learn it here.



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Comments (2)

NAVA

muddles along=to think, act, or proceed in a confused way or without a plan. She muddled along for a few years before going to college.

Sep 17th
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mohamad reza moshkdanian

great🔥

Sep 15th
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