stumped

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AI has solved a math problem that stumped humans for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Only Washington Sundar offered much resistance as he scored a defiant 50 not out while England's Jos Buttler was stumped for 19.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Because a famous math problem that stumped humans for the better part of a century has finally been toppled—by AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Celebrities including Brad Pitt and Diane Keaton stumped for the Zumthor design at the meeting, eclipsing the voices of many citizens who questioned the project — and the board voted unanimously to release the funds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Garikayi stumped on up the path, leaning on a twisted cane, until he was met by his two wives.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer