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in great confusion

 

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Adverbial in great confusion has 1 sense
  1. head over heels, heels over head, topsy-turvy, topsy-turvily, in great confusion - in disorderly haste; "we ran head over heels toward the shelter"

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Term: in great confusion

Definition:

In a state of chaos or disarray; lacking order or clarity; without clear understanding or direction.

Usage:

As an adverb:

The students were running in great confusion after the fire alarm went off.

She tried to explain the complicated concept but ended up only furthering their understanding in great confusion.

As an adjective:

The whole situation left him in great confusion about what to do next.

Due to the sudden change of plans, the guests arrived at the party in great confusion.

As a noun:

The announcement of the unexpected event caused great confusion among the attendees.

Despite his efforts to maintain order, the referee's calls caused great confusion among the players.

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