Making a muck of something refers to a situation where someone has made a mess or mistake of a task, situation, or activity. There are several alternative phrases that can be used to describe this same concept. They include making a mess of, botching up, fouling up, screwing up, making a hash of, and flubbing. All of these expressions are meant to convey disappointment and frustration with the outcome of a particular action. When we make a muck of something, we often regret it and wish we could do better. However, these synonyms remind us that it's okay to make mistakes and that we can learn from them and come back stronger.