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UK//skruːd ðə həʊl θɪŋ ʌp//US//skruːd ðə hoʊl θɪŋ ʌp//

Meaning of Screwed the whole thing up

Made a serious mistake that caused problems for everyone involved.

In simple words: Made a big mistake or messed everything up.

Screwed the whole thing up in a sentence

  • I really screwed the whole thing up during the presentation.
  • They screwed the whole thing up by not following the instructions.
  • After I forgot the deadline, I knew I had screwed the whole thing up.
  • He screwed the whole thing up by making too many changes at once.
  • When she didn't check her work, she screwed the whole thing up.

How to use Screwed the whole thing up

Often used in casual conversations; may not be suitable for formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

screwed + object + complement

Memory hint

Imagine a screw loosening and everything falling apart - that's when you 'screw the whole thing up'.

Related words

Collocations with Screwed the whole thing up

  • screw things up
  • completely screwed up
  • screwed up the project
  • screw up badly
  • screw up the plan

Synonyms for Screwed the whole thing up

Common mistakes with Screwed the whole thing up

  • Confusing with 'screw up' which is a verb phrase.
  • Using in formal contexts where a more sophisticated term is needed.
  • Incorrectly conjugating the phrase in different tenses.

Compare Screwed the whole thing up with Ruined, Failed

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Frequently asked questions about Screwed the whole thing up

What does Screwed the whole thing up mean?

Made a big mistake or messed everything up.

What is the definition of Screwed the whole thing up?

Made a serious mistake that caused problems for everyone involved.

How do you use Screwed the whole thing up in a sentence?

I really screwed the whole thing up during the presentation.

Can you give another example of Screwed the whole thing up?

They screwed the whole thing up by not following the instructions.

What are synonyms for Screwed the whole thing up?

Common alternatives include messed up, botched, bungled, ruined, failed.

What words go with Screwed the whole thing up?

It commonly pairs with screw things up, completely screwed up, screwed up the project, screw up badly, screw up the plan.

What are common mistakes when using Screwed the whole thing up?

Confusing with 'screw up' which is a verb phrase. Using in formal contexts where a more sophisticated term is needed. Incorrectly conjugating the phrase in different tenses.

How do you pronounce Screwed the whole thing up?

US: //skruːd ðə hoʊl θɪŋ ʌp//, UK: //skruːd ðə həʊl θɪŋ ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Screwed the whole thing up formal or informal?

"Screwed the whole thing up" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Screwed the whole thing up?

Often used in casual conversations; may not be suitable for formal writing or speeches.