paralyze
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The Lewiatan Confederation, an NGO representing Polish entrepreneurs, argues the move "could paralyze the labour market".
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
A severe conflict may paralyze the business and destroy morale among employees.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025
Good team, great fans, best ballpark in Southern California – but is an ownership dispute going to paralyze the franchise?
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2025
It can feel exhausting to think about what can happen in the next four years, and it’s important that we take a minute to acknowledge these emotions, but we cannot let them paralyze us.
From Salon • Nov. 29, 2024
She held her breath as the shrieking hyena was brought forth—when unmuzzled, its cackle could paralyze the human body—but fortunately, Baaz did not suggest a live demonstration.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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