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5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · 41-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 9, 2026 · 41-Across · 5 letters
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perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment; "obviously bemused by his questions"; "bewildered and confused"; "a cloudy and confounded philosopher"; "just a mixed-up kid"; "she felt lost on the first day of school"
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