a problem that 'defies analysis' [=a problem that cannot be easily understood or explained]
It was a difficult decision but, 'in the final analysis', it was the right choice.
The newspaper printed an 'analysis' of each candidate's positions.
(..) Seeley. After the initial exam is done at the crime scene, the remains are brought to the Jeffersonian's Medico Legal lab for further analysis. Cam, we got a ripe one today. Dr. Hodgins, please try to remember that these are the remains of a human being lying on this table. (..)2016 TvShow: Bones Title: The Movie in the Making Season: 11 Episode 18