flustered
Example Sentences
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When Barrett came into the shop, Hutchcroft says Barrett was flustered and told her she needed to someone to look after the dogs while she went to Harrods.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
A flustered Davidson then asked the officers what they’ve learned from the meeting.
From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026
Clearly flustered, she was broken for a third time, to love, as the Ukrainian raced to 5-1 with a fifth double fault of the match gifting Svitolina another break and the set in 29 minutes.
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
But I’m flustered by how relentless her focus is.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026
“Pardon me, sir?” the boy asked, terribly flustered.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
