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Description: And there's some silence, some quizzical looks. Finally, my chief of staff says, "That is a great idea." "Jeff is wicked smart. He's brilliant. He'll figure it out. Let's send him in there."

David Baddiel

Baddiel is a slightly quizzical name - it comes from Latvia but people thought it sounded vaguely Hindustani or something. I thought it might be a good idea to write a body swap movie, like 'Trading Places' or 'Freaky Friday,' about somebody who believes they are one thing but suddenly become another.

English Comedian

Ted Rall

When you have birds you stare at them a lot and their eyes are recessed on their head. When they look at something they tilt their head in a quizzical expression.

American Cartoonist

William Shatner

I'm just quizzical about how things work and why things are.

Canadian Actor

Use 'quizzical' to suggest that someone is confused about what you said or did.

Confusion Cue

Conveys a mild or gentle doubt, not strong suspicion or disbelief.

Subtle Doubt

'Quizzical' often implies finding something amusing in what is confusing.

Not Amused

Suggests the person wants to ask a question or learn more.

Inquiry Implied

Indicates showing curiosity without explicit verbal questioning.

Curiosity Shown

Use when someone is engaged but needs clarification to fully understand.

Engagement Hint

 And there's some silence, some quizzical looks. Finally, my chief of staff says, "That is a great idea." "Jeff is wicked smart. He's brilliant. He'll figure it out. Let's send him in there."

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