enigmatic
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The ending is just enigmatic enough to have audiences talking it through as they make their way out of the theater.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
All of this is relevant to Gabbard, who is one of the most enigmatic and eccentric characters in American politics today — which is saying something.
From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026
For months, Vahidi, an enigmatic commander whose predecessor was killed on the first day of the war, has tussled with more public-facing, political figures in the Iranian leadership.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
A few days before his death Sam – described by his mother as 'amazing, enigmatic, funny' - opened up about being bullied.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Despite its peculiarities, Penelope had grown fond of the Hixby’s Guide, for the pictures were charming and the brief descriptions were written in jaunty, if enigmatic, verse.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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