Meaning of the word "clam up" in English
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clam up
US /klæm ʌp/
UK /klæm ʌp/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to suddenly stop talking, especially when you are expected to speak
Example:
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When the police started asking questions, he just clammed up.
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She tends to clam up when she's nervous.
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