Answer: muddles

AnswerCrossword Clue
MUDDLESConfuses
muddlesBusy oneself in a confused and ineffective way
muddlesMix (a drink) or stir (an ingredient) into a drink
muddlesMUDDLE, to mix up
muddlesBring into a disordered or confusing state
muddlesConfuse (a person or their thoughts)