perplexed
adjective
per·plexed
pər-ˈplekst 
1
: filled with uncertainty : puzzled
2
: full of difficulty
Examples of perplexed in a Sentence
He gave her a perplexed look.
The explanation left me thoroughly perplexed.
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Webb Wright, Wired News, 24 Aug. 2025
The exhibition matchup is already creating controversy and has some perplexed, given both fighters were headed down very different paths.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Having witnessed Axel's affection firsthand, Ollie's staff members are perplexed that the pup hasn't found his forever home, despite searching for an adopter for over a year.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Scientists are generally perplexed why Earth’s rotation on its axis is gaining speed on certain days.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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“Perplexed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perplexed. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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