befuddle
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He says he has drawn on classic police interrogation techniques to befuddle chatbots and get them to "crack".
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2025
Even in the sunlight, the shadows and glare can befuddle landing cameras and sensors.
From National Geographic • Jan. 8, 2024
Bear's journey home takes a detour partly guided by Goldtooth's spirit, whose main purpose is to frustrate and befuddle those unlucky enough to see him.
From Salon • Aug. 2, 2023
So far, the protesters have found ways to befuddle the security services.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 16, 2022
The idea, then, that Big Bird no longer wants to be called Big Bird but instead wants to be called Roy is almost guaranteed to befuddle a preschooler.
From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
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