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How do you use nonplussed in a sentence?

Here are some examples of how to use "nonplussed" in a sentence:

Formal:

* The witness's unexpected testimony left the jury nonplussed.

* The professor's complex theory left the students nonplussed.

* The sudden change in plans left the organizers nonplussed.

Informal:

* I was totally nonplussed when my dog started talking.

* My friend's weird outfit left me completely nonplussed.

* When I told my mom I was dropping out of college, she was nonplussed.

With a specific emotion:

* The news left her nonplussed and slightly bewildered.

* He was nonplussed, but mostly just annoyed by her constant questions.

* They were nonplussed and unsure of how to proceed.

With a humorous tone:

* The cat, nonplussed by the dog's sudden enthusiasm, calmly continued grooming itself.

* I was so nonplussed by the offer of a free pony that I just said, "Sure, why not?"

Remember: "Nonplussed" means confused and unsure how to react, often due to something unexpected or surprising. It's not a negative emotion, but it's not necessarily a positive one either.

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