perplexed
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The band seems perplexed and concerned about the size of the crowd, with both Roger and Pete each taking turns to ask the crowd to take a few steps back.
From Salon ● Nov. 3, 2026
Hamilton's record is such that his performances last year left many perplexed - not least himself.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
New Zealand police came to the rescue of a seal crossing a busy road, helping the perplexed pinniped pup back safely into the water, they said Monday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026
You saw an unfocused and unbothered bunch who, afterward, seemed mainly perplexed by their lack of execution.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
It lay across her knees and, with a perplexed frown, the tip of her tongue between her lips, the girl was studying the weapon curiously.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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