Example Sentences

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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

The big trade-deadline arrival, Johnny Cueto, has been perplexing.

From Washington Times • Oct. 26, 2015

That is the thing which has been perplexing me this long while.

From The Secret Chamber at Chad by Everett-Green, Evelyn