completely paralyse

Frequency: 7.08.5 per million words

Used to emphasize the total loss of ability to move or function.

paralyseADVERB + paralyse

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completely

Examples (10)

  • The accident completely paralysed him from the waist down.
  • A massive stroke can completely paralyse one side of the body.
  • Fear seemed to completely paralyse her every movement.
  • The virus has the potential to completely paralyse the respiratory system.
  • She was completely paralysed after the spinal injury.
  • The general strike threatened to completely paralyse the country's transport network.
  • Heavy snowfall can completely paralyse the city for days.
  • The snake's venom is designed to completely paralyse its prey instantly.
  • The sudden news of the bankruptcy completely paralysed the board of directors.
  • Without the necessary software updates, the system might be completely paralysed by the bug.