bewilderment
Example Sentences
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After a moment of bewilderment, Cowell shouted "surprise" and proceeded to high-five the boys.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
But a little bit of bewilderment can be a very good thing.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
The crushing response sent society into shock and mourning, in an atmosphere of silence, bewilderment, anger and uncertainty about the future.
From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026
He was gone after 18 months, expressing bewilderment over the public scrutiny of every network move.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026
After a moment’s bewilderment, he realized that it was not a mirror, but a painting.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
Vocabulary lists containing bewilderment
The Giver
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"The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
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