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in a way that makes things unclear or difficult to understand
- The instructions for assembling the furniture were confusingly worded, leading to frustration.
- The two paths diverged confusingly, making it hard to know which way to go.
- The speaker presented the data confusingly, so the audience struggled to grasp the main points.
- He explained the complex theory confusingly, leaving everyone more puzzled than before.
- The road signs were posted confusingly, causing many drivers to miss their exits.
Synonyms:
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suspend (meat) in order to get a gamey taste