befuddled

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One zoomer Republican operative in Washington was befuddled at how Butterworth’s had become such a destination: “A bunch of conservatives just decided it would be our place and I don’t understand why.”

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

Producers and editors seem entirely befuddled by what to do with this new cast, unable to locate the line between organic intrigue and manufactured drama.

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2025

How, Tinubu quizzed his befuddled aides, had this idea reached the U.S. president?

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

Cook was left befuddled, defeated - both feet pointing down the pitch.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

Except for Boaz, apparently, though he was probably just permanently befuddled.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny