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paralysis

[puh-ral-uh-sis] / pəˈræl ə sɪs /




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You are also suffering from a very modern malady: decision paralysis.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

It affects a person years after a measles infection, often starting with mobility issues and progressing to paralysis.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

When oxygen levels are too low during early brain development, this protective layer can be damaged, which may lead to cerebral paralysis in newborns.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

The resulting paralysis of decision-making has contributed to large-scale departures of staff working on China matters in multiple Commerce Department offices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

I shared this particular paralysis with Mama and Papa, but not with my older brothers and sisters.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston




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