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Conundrum

Noun

A conundrum is a difficult problem or question that is complex and perplexing to solve or answer.

Example sentence: The mystery of the missing painting was a conundrum that baffled even the most experienced detectives.

Noun 2

A conundrum can also refer to a riddle or puzzle, especially one that involves clever or ambiguous wordplay.

Example sentence: The conundrum asked, "What is always coming but never arrives?"

Noun 3

In informal usage, a conundrum can refer to a difficult or confusing situation or dilemma.

Example sentence: Sarah found herself caught in a conundrum: she had to choose between her dream job in another city or staying close to her family.

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