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.
(..) They came from a rift in our sun, a rift that connected directly to their universe. We take it this was no mere anomaly. No. We were able to make a detailed analysis through the ring. There's no mistake. The demons were sent by Krona. GUARDIAN: Most of you know Krona's story... (..)2011 Green Lantern: Emerald Knights