Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Plaited, netted, or made plexiform; plexiform.
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Examples
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He understood at that moment a good deal that had per-plexed him earlier in the morning.
Twin Moons 2010
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I watched, totally plexed, as Stella circled the room, whistling hysterically.
Ancient, Strange, and Lovely Susan Fletcher 2010
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The UA Lynbrook and the now-deceased UA Astoria are two other theatres which plexed in the old stage area.
Movies That Begin With The Letter W. Or Not The Brillig Blogger 2008
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The UA Lynbrook and the now-deceased UA Astoria are two other theatres which plexed in the old stage area.
Archive 2008-12-01 The Brillig Blogger 2008
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Alex, looking pe plexed, whispered to me, as we watched Breeta's exit.
The Celtic Riddle Hamilton, Lyn 2000
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Andacanavar asked, seeing Midalis 'per - plexed expression; but then the ranger exploded in laughter, and so did Bruinhelde.
Mortalis Salvatore, R. A., 1959- 1999
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Andacanavar asked, seeing Midalis 'per - plexed expression; but then the ranger exploded in laughter, and so did Bruinhelde.
Mortalis Salvatore, R. A., 1959- 1999
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Kirk scratched the back of his neck, looking per - plexed.
The Better Man Weinstein, Howard 1994
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Roger Sherman voiced the question that per - plexed many Northerners: 'Why should slaves, who are considered property in the South, be counted when seats are being allocated, any more than cattle and horses in the North?'
Legacy Michener, James 1987
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I was per plexed by finding, apparently united in the same individual, the self-possession and confidence of the well equipped gentleman, and the coarseness and low tastes of the uncivilized boor -- frankness and reserve, recklessness and self restraint, extravagance, and penuriousness.
A Journey in the Seaboard Slave States; With Remarks on Their Economy 1856
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