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perplexing

[per-plek-sing] / pərˈplɛk sɪŋ /


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What might motivate Rozier to take part in such as scheme is perplexing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The Supreme Court handed down a perplexing 5–4 decision on Thursday in Hamm v.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

Some works are paradigmatic, some rather generic; the inclusion of others is perplexing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

Though her film is singularly witty, Kramer refuses to shy away from tough subjects and perplexing contradictions.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

The perplexing sound was coming from up ahead.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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