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perplexing

/ˈpɜːrpleksɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does perplexing mean?

adjective

Causing or expressing puzzlement or confusion; puzzling or mysterious.

Example

"The plot twist was perplexing, leaving many viewers scratching their heads."

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