The phrase "a mixed interpretation" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a situation or text that can be understood in multiple ways or has elements of different interpretations.
Example: "The author's use of symbolism leads to a mixed interpretation of the protagonist's motivations."
Alternatives: "a varied interpretation" or "a blended interpretation".
Investors put a mixed interpretation on the news -- some believed that the lower figure would mean less inflation and moderate interest rates, while others questioned the strength of the economic recovery.
The swing between gains and losses for the S.& P. 500 was caused by a "mixed interpretation of the Fed's statement," said Chad Morganlander, a money manager at Stifel Nicolaus.
So a mixed interpretation seems to be called for.
Adolescence is a critical period of human development often characterized by confusion, mixed interpretation and understanding of adult behaviour and environment, exuberance and a penchant for experimentation, especially with drugs, alcohol and sex [ 1].
Previous studies of ADHD samples with Stroop tasks have delivered mixed results leading to mixed interpretations.
For the past four years, the artist Kevin Hanna has labored to create a mixed-media interpretation of stories from the Bible, commissioned by the University of Dayton.
In Washington, experts offered mixed interpretations, including a view that the Pentagon and some members of the National Security Council might set such strict terms for the talks that the North Koreans might not respond favorably.
More than a dozen parents testified, offering mixed interpretations: Some said that the officer's actions were racially motivated, while others said that the student bears responsibility for failing to comply with directions.
Legal experts offered mixed interpretations of today's ruling on the challenge brought by Lazaro Gonzalez.
Vague sentences resist mixed interpretations.
However, mixed interpretations are permissible for ambiguous sentences.
