Synonyms

in a fog

Idioms

Also, in a haze. Preoccupied, not paying attention; also, at a loss, confused. For example, After the accident he went about in a fog, even though he had not been injured, or Millie always seems to be in a haze; she never knows what's going on. These expressions allude to fog or haze obscuring one's view; the fog usage dates from about 1600, haze from about 1800.

Example Sentences

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in a fog

The looming tax has left thousands of property owners in a fog of confusion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026

Berry felt as if she were in a fog.

From Slate ● Apr. 6, 2026

These days, economists find themselves in a fog with respect to the labor market.

From MarketWatch ● Dec. 18, 2025

"As Chair Powell said – 'When you are driving in a fog, you slow down.'"

From BBC ● Nov. 20, 2025

I blink, try to focus on her, but it’s like she’s wrapped in a fog.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

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