1
as in fog
a state of mental uncertainty
the farmer's driving directions to the fairground just left us in total confusion
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as in havoc
a state in which everything is out of order
it was hard to find anything in that confusion in the attic
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as in embarrassment
the emotional state of being made self-consciously uncomfortable
thrown into speechless confusion by the wild accusations
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Recent Examples of confusion
Children exposed to cannabis edibles may experience symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness, rapid heart rate, confusion, difficulty breathing, and in severe cases, hallucinations or seizures.
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Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Transient ischemic stroke is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain that can mimic a stroke, causing symptoms like numbness, weakness, or confusion that can last anywhere from a few minutes to 24 hours.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 May 2025
Companies shore up supply The rollercoaster has sent shippers and consumers alike into confusion.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
More severe symptoms include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 12 May 2025
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Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Transient ischemic stroke is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain that can mimic a stroke, causing symptoms like numbness, weakness, or confusion that can last anywhere from a few minutes to 24 hours.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 May 2025
Companies shore up supply The rollercoaster has sent shippers and consumers alike into confusion.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
More severe symptoms include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confusion
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The views of rooftops, treetops, and (if the fog cooperates) the Bay are nothing short of cinematic.—
David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Zero visibility strategy: In cases of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and seek a safe spot, like a nearby business parking lot, to pull over and stop.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
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Minor presents a similar challenge with her speed and ability to create havoc.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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At 19, Harper’s poise and control are impressive, and even as a below-average outside shooter, his ability to create havoc in the paint and leverage his downhill gravity should translate to the pros immediately.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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While not a fatal setback, Merz's failure to win parliamentary backing at the first time of asking is a first for post-war Germany and an embarrassment for a man who has promised to revive economic growth at a time of global turbulence.—
Kirsti Knolle,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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In addition to losing their incomes, the suit says, the plaintiffs did not report Robinson to authorities for fear of reprisal and public embarrassment.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
6 May 2025
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Long story short, the uncontrolled airflow of a standard blow dryer can create tangles galore on loose to tight curl patterns while the nozzle detachment used to create a smooth blowout effect does away with curls entirely.—
Georgia Day,
Vogue,
14 May 2025
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Speaking of tangles, the X9 employs onboard AI to detect and avoid problematic items like shoes and cords.—
Anthony Karcz,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The evolution from physical boundaries to digital chaos to intentional system design shows us both the problem and the solution.—
Melissa Daimler,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The resulting chaos included rescues and beach resuscitation occurring simultaneously, officials said.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2025
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The concept has sparked controversy, unease, amazement and confusion.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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What does this say about our current unease with the political system?—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
16 May 2025
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This story is one of many that showcase the perplexities that encompass being a mother and a human raising other humans, which is not a small task.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
10 Apr. 2025
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Doing so nine days since the transfer portal opened on March 24 only adds to the perplexity.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Apr. 2025
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Instead, voters themselves are jumbles of competing and sometimes contradictory interests.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
14 Feb. 2025
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Baker also leads the orchestra, which sounds grand — although the sound in the arts center’s Pugh Theater often left musicians, lead singers and chorus all at the same level, with actors speaking over all of it at the same time to create a sonic jumble.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Confusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confusion. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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