ambiguous
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Over five books, it grows into a sprawling story of war, power and morally ambiguous immortals, in a formula that leaves its audience of mostly young women swooning.
From Barron's ● Oct. 23, 2026
Even an ambiguous remark or facial expression might be interpreted negatively because past experiences have shaped what the person expects.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2026
Whether this happens depends a bit on how stock prices react to the higher rates — something that is more ambiguous.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
Soon, though, Bishop and company have a less ambiguous case at hand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
“Lord Cardan told us to be more observant,” I say, hoping that the plausible confusion of an ambiguous command will help to explain the way she’s acting.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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Grade 9, List 1
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