
Baffle
Unexpected Situations
Use 'baffle' when something is so confusing it's hard to make sense of.

The magician's trick baffled the entire audience.
Not Just Surprised
'Baffle' implies being puzzled deeply, more than just being momentarily surprised.

The sudden change in policy baffled the employees.
Emotional Response
When 'baffled,' a person often feels a mix of surprise and frustration.

I was completely baffled by the ending of the movie.
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