Meaning of the word quandary in English

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quandary

US /ˈkwɑːn.dri/
UK /ˈkwɒn.dri/
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Noun

a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation

Example:
I've been in a quandary about whether to accept the job offer.
The unexpected results left the researchers in a quandary.