confusing

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

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

With so much spending on healthcare, older boomers—and their adult kids—expect better results and a less confusing, complicated and fragmented system.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 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

They love comparing notes about confusing passages or unexpected plot twists.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

I wondered whether I had been an idiot, confusing sophistication for secretiveness, but then again Luc hadn’t said anything was certain.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse