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confusion

[kuhn-fyoo-zhuhn] / kənˈfju ʒən /




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It was pulled two years later because of “high cost, privacy concerns, and public confusion about its purpose” — a polite rewording of “I look like a dork and everyone thinks I’m awful.”

From Salon • Jul. 2, 2026

The quickness of these proceedings, coupled with confusion on how they operate, means immigrants are much more likely to miss their hearing, advocates said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

You will be able to use most of the old repayment plans in the meantime but should check with your loan servicer to avoid confusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

We have previously seen resignations and replacements within the leadership of the health board, however the minister will also be aware that wholesale changes at the top risk further delay and confusion.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

And in the confusion, some of us can escape.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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