paralyzed
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Al-Salem is also paralysed in all four limbs, the court heard.
From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026
Today, the Church of England finds itself paralysed.
From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026
The lack of fuel has paralysed large sectors of the economy, including rubbish collection, leading to piles of garbage piling up in city streets.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026
For years, Burundi has been gripped by a profound economic crisis, notably a three-year-long petrol shortage that has paralysed the country.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
The director seized the paralysed, motionless Bogert by the wrist, “What’s the difference. Come, Peter.”
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
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