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Definition
To be stunned, in a daze, or slow to react; to be momentarily still.
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How it's used
Describes a state of mental vacancy or physical stillness where someone is momentarily unresponsive. It often implies a lack of focus or being caught off guard by a surprise. Unlike simply being quiet, it carries a sense of being disconnected from the immediate surroundings.
Examples
He sits there in a daze all day, I don't know what he's thinking about.
Why are you standing there stunned? Hurry up and leave.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply quiet or introverted, as it specifically implies a temporary lapse in mental alertness or a frozen reaction.
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