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Perplex (Verb)

Be a mystery or bewildering to; "This beats me!"; "Got me--I don't know the answer!"; "a vexing problem"; "This question really stuck me".

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

The plot twist at the end of the movie still perplexes me even after watching it multiple times.
I've been trying to fix this engine for hours, but it perplexes me as to where the actual problem lies.
The professor's question about the mathematical concept perplexes the entire class, and no one could answer it.
The strange noise coming from the attic at night perplexes the family, and they decided to call a professional to investigate.
The math problem given by the teacher perplexes the student, and she couldn't solve it even with the help of her peers.

Make more complicated; "There was a new development that complicated the matter".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The introduction of new variables began to perplex the situation, making it harder to find a clear solution.
Unexpected complications arose, causing her plan to perplex and stall.
The last-minute changes were intended to improve the product, but they only served to perplex the production team.
New regulations perplexed the businesses, requiring them to overhaul their existing compliance procedures.
Unforeseen issues began to perplex the construction project, resulting in costly delays and missteps.