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No. 10,130 in Catalan

paralitza

"Paralitza" means "paralyzes" in English.

In a sentence

  • La neu paralitza el trànsit de vehicles a la ciutat.

    The snow paralyzes vehicle traffic in the city.

    In this context, 'paralitza' is used to describe how the snow causes a stop or hindrance in traffic movement.

  • Hi ha una emoció tan forta que paralitza l'expressió i les paraules.

    There is such a strong emotion that paralyzes expression and words.

    Here, 'paralitza' is utilized metaphorically, expressing how intense emotion can halt one's ability to express themselves or speak.

  • La por als canvis sovint paralitza la gent.

    Fear of change often paralyzes people.

    In this instance, 'paralitza' references how fear can metaphorically immobilize individuals, preventing them from taking actions or making progress.

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