shell-shocked
Americanadjective
adjective
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suffering from shell shock
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in a state of stunned confusion or shock; dazed
Example Sentences
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Down 2-0, the Bruins were shell shocked, in need of a response.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2025
Dr Joey Whitfield from Cardiff UCU said they were "absolutely shell shocked" by the "cruel and unnecessary" cuts.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2025
The first-timers look shell shocked and slightly embarrassed, but even the veterans fumble, not quite knowing where to cast their gaze.
From Washington Post • Dec. 1, 2022
“They want to know exact inclusion and pay transparency policies, and companies are a little bit shell shocked, because those questions weren’t asked five years ago,” Bergner said.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2022
I don't mean that he went over and got shell shocked or gassed.
From Torchy and Vee by Ford, Sewell
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