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to baffle
01
desconcertar, confundir
to confuse someone by making something difficult to understand or explain
Transitive: to baffle sb
Exemplos
The cryptic message left by the suspect baffled the detectives.
A mensagem enigmática deixada pelo suspeito desconcertou os detetives.
02
desviar, canalizar
to control or direct the flow of a fluid, sound, or similar substance in a particular way
Transitive: to baffle a liquid, sound, or air
Exemplos
The dam baffled the river ’s flow, controlling the water levels during the storm.
A barragem desviou o fluxo do rio, controlando os níveis de água durante a tempestade.
03
frustrar, atrapalhar
to prevent someone from achieving their goal or to disrupt their plans
Transitive: to baffle a plan or attempt
Exemplos
The confusing instructions baffled his attempt to assemble the furniture.
As instruções confusas confundiram sua tentativa de montar o móvel.
Baffle
01
defletor, baffle
a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy
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