puzzlement
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The decision to choose tiny Monaco for the US-born pope's first trip in Europe since his election last year has caused puzzlement among observers.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
When white smoke rose over the Sistine Chapel last May and Leo’s election was announced to the crowds in St. Peter’s Square, many people’s reaction was puzzlement as they quickly googled him on their smartphones.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026
Reporters reacted with some puzzlement to news of the appointments as they were announced on Thursday, with some suggesting it still amounted to an act of defiance.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
Social media responded to the warning with puzzlement: “I get it. It was like 49 degrees and sunny this morning. It’s tough in these streets.”
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
Ama climbed the path to the cave, bread and milk in the bag on her back, a heavy puzzlement in her heart.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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