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paralyze

[par-uh-lahyz] / ˈpær əˌlaɪz /


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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

I showed up at the restaurant in a party dress, heels and a big smile, trying not to let memories of finding a table in the school cafeteria paralyze me.

From Salon • Jul. 4, 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

They floated around the ocean like fluffy pillows, trailing enough venom to paralyze a swimmer.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer




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