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paralyzes

  • present tense form of paralyze (3rd person singular).

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Meanwhile, Salieri’s invisible seething paralyzes him, turning into the punishment he believes God inflicted on him.

From Salon May 16, 2026

However, once triggered in this context, the response effectively paralyzes the cells.

From Science Daily Jan. 20, 2026

The fix here is pretty simple: return to the ophthalmologist’s chair for a “cycloplegic refraction,” which temporarily paralyzes those inner eye muscles so you can get an accurate prescription.

From Slate Sep. 30, 2023

Meanwhile, your brain paralyzes the muscles in your arms and legs, preventing you from acting out your dreams, Dasgupta explained.

From Seattle Times Feb. 27, 2023

It paralyzes me for a moment, but then I continue roving forward.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga