bewilder
verb (used with object)
to confuse or puzzle completely; perplex.
were bewildering
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past progressiveof bewilder.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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The Browns’ mistakes in the final two minutes were bewildering for a pro team.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 19, 2022
Cosby’s legal issues were bewildering to many because of his carefully crafted image and cultural identity.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 30, 2021
Victoria's changes of mind were bewildering and her rages could be terrifying.
From BBC ● Jan. 1, 2013
Although he should be respected for not making excuses, Luongo’s shaky performances in all three games in Boston were bewildering.
From New York Times ● Jun. 20, 2011
The marshes were bewildering and treacherous, and there was no permanent trail even for Rangers to find through their shifting quagmires.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
