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to confound
01
to confuse someone, making it difficult for them to understand or think clearly
Transitive: to confound sb
Examples
The intricate maze confounded the participants, leaving them unable to find the exit.
The unexpected turn of events confounded the researchers, challenging their previous theories.
02
to confuse one thing for another thing
Transitive: to confound sb/sth
Examples
I often confound the twins because they look so similar.
She confounded the dates and missed the important appointment.
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