1.   His demeanor puzzles other observers who wonder if his thoughtfulness is matched by substance.

2.   How they jump-started the effort this still puzzles some observers.

3.   That puzzled many observers, who tried to recall anyone but Gifford herself exhibiting the slightest public interest in the kid.

4.   The American attitude toward the game puzzles observers from elsewhere.

5.   The shift puzzled some observers.

6.   But observers are particularly puzzled by the three-year wait for action.

7.   Opposing captain Shaun Pollock puzzled observers with his choice of bowlers and fielding placements throughout the day with South Africa incapable at staunching the runs.

8.   Opposing captain Shaun Pollock puzzled observers with his choice of bowlers and fielding placements throughout the day with South Africa incapable of staunching the runs.