confusing

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The streamlining is a way to reduce expenses and better organize a sometimes confusing reporting structure.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

If you’re an astronomer, it’s people confusing what you do with astrology.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

In trying to disassociate herself from the scandal, Melania’s lack of acknowledgment of her husband’s ties to Epstein stands out as a confusing, but increasingly familiar, bit of cognitive dissonance.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Investigative journalist Vicky Ward who has reported on Epstein for decades says the timing of the press conference is confusing.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

This notation can be confusing, though, and in some music the pickups and repeats are written in a way that avoids these broken-up measures.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones