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puzzle

[ˈpʌzl]

puzzle Definition

  • 1a game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge
  • 2a person or thing that is difficult to understand or explain

Using puzzle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "puzzle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The puzzle was too difficult for me to solve.

  • Example

    She spent hours working on the crossword puzzle.

  • Example

    The mystery surrounding his disappearance has puzzled investigators for years.

puzzle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for puzzle

Antonyms for puzzle

Idioms Using puzzle

  • a facial expression that shows confusion or uncertainty

    Example

    He gave her a puzzled look when she asked him the question.

  • to work through a difficult problem or situation

    Example

    We'll have to puzzle through this issue before we can move forward.

  • a place or situation that is confusing or difficult to navigate

    Example

    The new job was a real puzzle palace at first, but I eventually figured it out.

Phrases with puzzle

  • to solve or understand something that is difficult or confusing

    Example

    I'm trying to puzzle out the answer to this riddle.

  • to think about something carefully in order to understand it

    Example

    He spent hours puzzling over the problem.

  • a single part of a larger puzzle

    Example

    She carefully fit each puzzle piece into place.

Origins of puzzle

from Old French 'pusle', meaning 'bewilderment'

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Summary: puzzle in Brief

The term 'puzzle' [ˈpʌzl] refers to a game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge. It also denotes a person or thing that is difficult to understand or explain, as in 'The mystery surrounding his disappearance has puzzled investigators for years.' 'Puzzle' extends into phrases like 'puzzle out,' and idioms like 'puzzle through,' denoting the process of solving a difficult problem or situation.

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