You could say "I was uncertain about how to proceed."
What’s another word to say “I didn’t know what to do”
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No like one word to describe it
A suitable word could be "perplexed."
Can I say “I was perplexed” or is it bad grammar
Yes, you can say "I was perplexed," and it is correct grammar. It effectively conveys that you were confused or unsure about what to do.