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as in frustrates
to prevent from achieving a goal
the language barrier baffled everyone and discouraged us from attempting another teleconference
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as in perplexes
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
she was baffled by the wording of the clause in the insurance policy
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Recent Examples of baffles
Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 12 Dec. 2025
Given his extensive wilderness experience, Pachak’s disappearance baffles those closest to him.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 5 Dec. 2025
Take the quiz here … DUGOUT SECRETS – Mysterious wooden canoe found after Hurricane Ian still baffles experts three years later.
—FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
One case that still baffles is the macabre story of Virginia McCullough, who killed her parents for their money – and then lived with their bodies for four years.
—Kc Baker, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
Place baffles at the eaves to maintain a clear path for the airflow from the soffit vents.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for baffles
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That just frustrates me incredibly.—
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Their research isn’t finished yet, which sometimes frustrates residents, Wang said.—
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But the unknown in that equation is what perplexes the Mavericks and has the team stuck for now.—
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
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Nandi is experiencing severe insomnia, tremors and psychosis, and her quickly deteriorating condition bewilders the emergency room staff.—
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The designs were puckish and gender-bending, evoking both awe and repulsion—the sort of clothing that titillates lovers of conceptual fashion and bewilders the uninitiated.—
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The solid wood legs offer ample support, while the foam cushions provide comfort for sleepers.—
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Vacuum the floor with the floor attachment and cushions with an upholstery attachment.—
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Red Rising is a book that seems to confuses some politically right-leaning readers, something which frustrates but doesn’t surprise Abughazaleh.—
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Mars’ clash with Neptune clouds your judgment and confuses your intuition.—
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The view from behind the wheel is impressive, where the driver sees finger-thin A-pillars at either side of the broad windshield that overlooks two iconic fenders, a comically short dash, five true analog gauges, and little else.—
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Pininfarina has also enlarged the side air intakes, visually emphasizing the rear fenders.—
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While everyone else puzzles it over, Coe is already on his way to the multi-faith ceremony at Abbotsfield, where Mayor Jaffrey is joining other mourners to honor the 11 people killed in the assault that opened the season.—
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“Baffles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baffles. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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