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confusion

[kuhn-fyoo-zhuhn] / kənˈfju ʒən /




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A federal judge has halted California’s groundbreaking “Truth in Recycling” law, which aims to reduce consumer confusion about which packaging can be recycled.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

But the wild mood swings and confusion must have increased already existing concerns among the organization’s members about his state of mind.

From Salon Jul. 14, 2026

Initially, the prince's visit to the UK was overshadowed by his court defeat against Associated Newspapers and confusion over whether Meghan and their children would come to the country.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

“We’re talking about people who cannot advocate for themselves, most of them live in a constant state of confusion but have stability where they are.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

He takes it from me, his look of confusion now mixed with concern.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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