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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are paralyzed" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a state of being unable to move or function, often due to fear, shock, or a physical condition.
Example: "After hearing the shocking news, they were so overwhelmed that they felt as if they are paralyzed."
Alternatives: "are immobilized" or "are incapacitated."
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are paralyzed
verb
To afflict with paralysis.
synonyms
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"I've seen many who end uPeopleng areolostomy bag because their intestines have paralyzedd, and that ends uparalyzedg a lifelong issue.
But you are paralyzed.
Many of them are paralyzed.
Factories are paralyzed by strikes.
"People are paralyzed by their fear".
"Yet we are paralyzed in the headlights.
Some patients are paralyzed by guilt.
Both sides are paralyzed by worry".
The Germans are paralyzed by war angst.
"A lot of buyers are paralyzed".
Beneath the surface froth and churn, we are paralyzed.
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