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confusion

[kuhn-fyoo-zhuhn] / kənˈfyu ʒən /




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Bühler’s early 20th experiments showed that complex problems were often solved by a sudden shift in thought—the Aha! moment—that dissolved confusion into reality.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

This has led to widespread confusion about what these terms actually mean.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

As I struggled with my confusion, I did something that sounds simple, but was profoundly life-altering: I diversified my news sources.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

This potentially traumatic subplot is the closest “Renoir” gets to traditional suspense, but even here Hayakawa adopts a muted approach, sidestepping shock value for bittersweet commentary about young people’s confusion around love.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

He even grinned, causing Trey’s head to swivel between us in confusion.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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