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
Carol wants to save humanity, yet her angry outbursts can paralyze the entire planet with pain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025
“The goal of the law is to inform agency decision-making, not to paralyze it,” Kavanaugh said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2025
The treatment uses a combination of suction and heat to destroy the sweat glands, rather than just paralyze them.
From Slate • Aug. 27, 2024
So why did that thought paralyze me with fear?
From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia
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