perplexed

Example Sentences

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The official he first informs of this is plainly perplexed as to how such contact was made, but careful not to complain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

All the while, the former secretary of state looks on perplexed.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

The growing numbers of younger people being diagnosed with bowel cancer has left doctors worldwide perplexed.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

There are anomalies in the labor market, which are leaving people like your son feeling perplexed.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 15, 2025

“Why didn’t you call me?” said Julian, perplexed and perhaps a little slighted, when Charles finished his story.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt