conundrum

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"Until recently, while stellar rotation was thought to be part of solving this conundrum, limited computing abilities prevented us from quantitatively testing the hypothesis," says Falk Herwig, principal investigator and director of ARC.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

And while so many people out there would love to find themselves with an extra $21,000, I understand your conundrum.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

The upside risks from oil prices only adds to that conundrum.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

“It’s probably the number-one question, issue or conundrum we’re dealing with today,” said Aon’s global chief investment officer, Russ Ivinjack, who advises and manages money for pension plans, endowments and foundations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

You are faced with the conundrum of how to fill the remaining minutes of the night.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern