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muddled messaging

[ˈmʌdəld ˈmɛsɪdʒɪŋ]
noun
mensagens confusas
1. Communication that is unclear, inconsistent, or poorly conveyed, resulting in confusion among the audience
The company's muddled messaging about the product launch confused customers about the actual release date.
As mensagens confusas da empresa sobre o lançamento do produto deixaram os clientes confusos sobre a data real do lançamento.
2. Contradictory or disorganized statements from leadership or an organization that fail to communicate a clear position or strategy
The government's muddled messaging on vaccination policies undermined public trust.
As mensagens confusas do governo sobre políticas de vacinação prejudicaram a confiança pública.
NYC Slang
mixed signals / confusing vibes
Synonyms
unclear communicationmixed messagesconfusing messaginggarbled messagingincoherent messaging
Antonyms
clear messagingconsistent messagingcoherent communicationtransparent messaging

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mensagens confusas
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
comunicação desorganizada
Often used in business context
Portugal
mensagens desconexas
Preferred in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

talking out of both sides of one's mouth
singing a different tune
getting wires crossed
sending mixed signals
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