No. 11,831 in Russian
замирает
"Zамирает" means "freezes," "stops," or "fades," typically referring to pausing or ceasing movement or sound.
In a sentence
Сердце замирает в предвкушении радости.
The heart skips a beat in anticipation of joy.
Here, 'замирает' means 'stops momentarily' or 'feels a thrill'.
Все вокруг замирает в утренней тишине.
Everything around freezes in the morning silence.
In this context, 'замирает' refers to stillness or motionlessness.
Мир словно замирает перед началом события.
The world seems to pause before the onset of the event.
Here, 'замирает' suggests a dramatic pause or heightened anticipation.
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