perplexed
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Some of the buried objects had been burned so thoroughly as to defy explanation, while the abundance of gold—far more than can be found in China’s traditional Yellow River Basin—has perplexed experts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
“We are a bit perplexed by the news,” they wrote.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
What supporters will perhaps be most perplexed by is the timing of Howe's departure.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
The analytical coldness of his decisionmaking often perplexed and infuriated Churchill.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
“He enjoys Acid Pops?” said Ron, who had read the message over Harry’s shoulder and was looking perplexed.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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