as in to embarrass
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress
I was nonplussed by his openly expressed admiration of me
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Recent Examples of nonplus
So as the Rams prepare to face wintery and blustery conditions in their divisional round playoff game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Soldier Field – a mere 90-minute drive from Mevis’ hometown in Warsaw, Indiana –the kicker is nonplussed about the weather report.
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Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
After the Hateful Eight filmmaker accused author Suzanne Collins of copying the Japanese novel and movie Battle Royale when writing the first installment of her young adult sci-fi novel series, Hutcherson appeared nonplussed by Tarantino's remarks.
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Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Dec. 2025
Not only was former SPIN cover star LP nonplussed by it, but the artist also managed to draw Friday afternoon’s biggest audience.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
8 May 2023
Ecker was nonplused when asked how her husband’s shoelessness has limited their life.
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Katherine Rosman,
BostonGlobe.com,
1 Mar. 2023
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Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
After the Hateful Eight filmmaker accused author Suzanne Collins of copying the Japanese novel and movie Battle Royale when writing the first installment of her young adult sci-fi novel series, Hutcherson appeared nonplussed by Tarantino's remarks.
—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Dec. 2025
Not only was former SPIN cover star LP nonplussed by it, but the artist also managed to draw Friday afternoon’s biggest audience.
—
Spin Staff,
SPIN,
8 May 2023
Ecker was nonplused when asked how her husband’s shoelessness has limited their life.
—
Katherine Rosman,
BostonGlobe.com,
1 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonplus
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The Chicago White Sox, a team many left for dead at the start of the year, embarrassed the Kansas City Royals Friday night, 22-1.
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But combined with Disney‘s embarrassing The Mandalorian and Grogu influencer stunt that backfired, a movie’s first reactions on social media are increasingly being met with equal amounts of fan skepticism.
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The decision reverses a June 15 determination by Division of Elections Director Carol Beecher, who concluded the Petersburg resident's candidacy was intended to confuse voters rather than represent a legitimate campaign.
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The senator and allies, including the National Republican Senatorial Committee, have condemned the challenger’s efforts to join the race, arguing his presence could confuse voters.
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The Germans dominated the match after the break but struggled to break down Paraguay’s defense as the South Americans once again assumed the compact defending that had flustered Turkey and Australia in the opening group stage.
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Proving he wasn't flustered, Gay judged length well, left the ball well, and picked his shots, especially against dangerous New Zealand quicks Will O'Rourke and Smith.
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Still, the boy was disconcerted during his first sessions in early June, said his mother, Tricia LaBrasca.
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In the finale, Matthew’s scenes with K Callan, who plays Ruth, are really disconcerting.
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“Nonplus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonplus. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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