Examples of muss in a Sentence
Noun
careful planning had eliminated most of the muss that usually accompanies a move to a new house
Verb
His suit was mussed when he got out of the car.
the wind mussed up my hair
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 20 Apr. 2026
Related Articles Indulging in books and nooks No muss, no fuss houseplants?
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
While the reserved pair are certainly happy, Francesca’s realization that their physical bond might not be up to snuff continues to haunt her, tipping into her emotional state, which continues to be mussed by John’s vivacious cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza).
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 26 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Nineteen even-strength saves, five power-play saves, no muss, no fuss.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 20 Apr. 2026
Related Articles Indulging in books and nooks No muss, no fuss houseplants?
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
Verb
Weather forecast Your hair’s going to get mussed for your social media posts.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
While the reserved pair are certainly happy, Francesca’s realization that their physical bond might not be up to snuff continues to haunt her, tipping into her emotional state, which continues to be mussed by John’s vivacious cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza).
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 26 Feb. 2026
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“Muss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/muss. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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