Meaning of the word "be lost for words" in English
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be lost for words
US /bi lɔst fɔr wɜrdz/
UK /bi lɔst fɔr wɜrdz/
Idiom
1.
to be so surprised, confused, or emotional that you cannot think of anything to say
Example:
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When she saw the surprise party, she was completely lost for words.
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His rude comment left me lost for words.
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