befuddlement
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Naturally, there’s a lot of befuddlement over what this means for an already convoluted system.
From Slate • Feb. 20, 2026
When John Salkeld told students from other colleges he was studying to be a commercial sailor, he faced befuddlement.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 29, 2025
Baum recently publicized her befuddlement over the “Euphoria” star’s booming popularity, marked by Sweeney’s roles in “The White Lotus,” “Madame Web” and “Immaculate.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2024
Sangare would have his revenge soon enough, but his befuddlement and Sima's scorching finish energised Ibrox in a way you couldn't foresee.
From BBC • Aug. 22, 2023
And why bring me this dog?” he said, stroking Gwenforte’s head, his brows knitted with befuddlement.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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