perplexing
/pɚˈplɛksɪŋ/ adjective C2- That causes perplexity. · utterly perplexing· perplexing question
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It added that the case was undoubtedly one of murder, but that no arrest had been made, and that the case was one which presented some very perplexing and extraordinary features.
In vain did Franz endeavor to forget the many perplexing thoughts which assailed him; in vain did he court the refreshment of sleep.
For many international visitors, navigating the intricate expectations of American tipping culture can be a highly perplexing experience.
He remained a spectral presence, an amalgamation of brilliant ideas and perplexing syntactic choices hovering just beyond her complete comprehension.
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