paralyze
verb (used with object)
to affect with paralysis.
paralyzes
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present tense formof paralyze (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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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
“The longer you’re here, the less you notice it. There’s something in it that paralyzes your sense of smell.”
From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer
