perplex
verb (used with object)
to cause to be puzzled or bewildered over what is not understood or certain; confuse mentally.
has been perplexing
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present perfect progressiveof perplex (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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The weakness in the won then, has been perplexing to many forex analysts.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 3, 2026
I’m saying that Mr. Adams isn’t easily placed on the traditional left-right spectrum, which has been perplexing to the news media and to many white New Yorkers.
From New York Times ● Feb. 3, 2022
Dalton’s season, much like the Bengals’ has been perplexing.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 18, 2017
The Scot's inconsistent form has been perplexing considering he beat Novak Djokovic in the Italian Open final in his last match on clay.
From BBC ● May 25, 2016
It has been perplexing, troubling him, throughout all the afternoon, even when his blood was up, and nerves strung with excitement.
From The Death Shot A Story Retold by Mayne Reid
