At sea

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment wordnet
Prep_phrase
  1. 1
    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see at, sea.

    "It is never possible to settle down to the ordinary routine of life at sea until the screw begins to revolve. There is an hour or two, after the passengers have embarked, which is disquieting and fussy."

  2. 2
    In a state of confusion or bewilderment. idiomatic

    "Most of the class was at sea after the first week."

Synonyms

All synonyms
abashedabroadadriftafloataseaastray

Example

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"It is never possible to settle down to the ordinary routine of life at sea until the screw begins to revolve. There is an hour or two, after the passengers have embarked, which is disquieting and fussy."

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