Shuffle: meaning, definitions and examples

In addition to the context provided above, can also describe the movement of feet in a dragging manner.

• He shuffled his feet nervously during the interview.
• The old man shuffled across the room.

Applicable when combining ingredients, elements, or items together to create a new blend or to evenly distribute them.

• Mix the flour and sugar together before adding the eggs.
• She likes to mix different styles of music.

Use for situations where things are mixed together in a messy or chaotic way.

• The box was full of a jumble of old toys and clothes.
• I can't find anything in this jumble of papers.

Most often used when talking about moving a liquid or substance gently in circular motions, also can indicate causing agitation or movement.

• Stir the soup until it starts to boil.
• The news of the scandal stirred a lot of emotions in the community.

Used when talking about mixing cards or rearranging items in a casual or random manner.

• He shuffled the deck of cards before dealing
• She shuffled the papers on her desk

Implying a mistake or confusion where things are arranged incorrectly or chaotically. This has a negative connotation.

• There was a mix-up with the hotel reservations
• The files got mixed-up and now we can't find the important document

Used when organizing or adjusting the order or layout of items in a deliberate and thoughtful way.

• She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room
• The manager asked to rearrange the agenda for the meeting

Typically refers to a confused or disordered arrangement of items. Often used with a negative connotation.

• The drawer was a jumble of old receipts and letters
• His thoughts were a jumble after the long day

This word is commonly used to describe a slow, dragging movement of the feet, often without lifting them fully off the ground. It can also refer to rearranging items, like cards, in a random order.

• The old man shuffled along the sidewalk with a cane.
• Please shuffle the cards before dealing them.

Step is used to describe a deliberate movement of lifting and placing the foot in a new position. It's also used metaphorically in processes, sequences, or procedures.

• He stepped over the puddle carefully.
• The first step in solving the problem is to understand it.

Slide is used when something moves smoothly over a surface. It can be literal, like sliding down a slide, or more abstract, like sliding into a conversation.

• The kids were having fun sliding down the water slide.
• She slid into the conversation with a witty remark.

Drag is generally used to describe pulling something along the ground, often with effort. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is tedious or exhausting. It has a slightly negative connotation.

• He had to drag the heavy suitcase up the stairs.
• The meeting was such a drag that I almost fell asleep.