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in a fog

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  1. 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.

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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

Economists in the government and on Wall Street have been operating in a fog since the recent federal government shutdown delayed jobs data for the months of October and November.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

"The Federal Reserve is still driving in a fog," said Art Hogan, chief market strategist for B Riley Wealth.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

My hot breath comes out in a fog.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

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