* Simple: The complex instructions left me utterly perplexed.
* Figurative: The sudden change in weather perplexed the seasoned hikers.
* Dialogue: "I'm perplexed by your decision," she said, her brow furrowed.
* Formal: The researchers were perplexed by the unexpected results of the experiment.
* Descriptive: His face was a mask of perplexity as he tried to understand the situation.
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