befuddle

Example Sentences

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After a quick run-up, Panenka floated a delicate chip down the middle to befuddle goalkeeper Sepp Maier and win the trophy for Czechoslovakia.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

Even in the sunlight, the shadows and glare can befuddle landing cameras and sensors.

From National Geographic • Jan. 8, 2024

Bear's journey home takes a detour partly guided by Goldtooth's spirit, whose main purpose is to frustrate and befuddle those unlucky enough to see him.

From Salon • Aug. 2, 2023

Kelly certainly knows about defenses because he’s designed elite offenses to befuddle them going back to his days at New Hampshire.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2022

It had been work, exhilarating but exhausting all the same, constantly having to befuddle building supers and bellhops and nosy neighbors just for a place to sleep.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny