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View definitions for perplexed

perplexed

adjective as in confused

Strong match

Weak match

adjective as in involved

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We see the brothers standing in the center, unharmed; the flames reaching out to afflict everyone around them; and the observers on high looking perplexed.

“But who can concentrate on books at a time like this?” the perplexed young governess thought, which just goes to show what an unusual state of mind she was in.

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The dreams perplexed and somewhat scared Equihua, who couldn’t figure out what they might mean.

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The perplexed look on her face instantly confirmed the faux pas.

At least he wasn’t alone; a few other young pilots showed up too, equally perplexed.

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