Meaning of the word "rooted to the spot" in English
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rooted to the spot
US /ˈruːtɪd tu ðə spɑt/
UK /ˈruːtɪd tu ðə spɑt/
Idiom
1.
unable to move because of fear, surprise, or other strong emotion
Example:
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She was so scared that she was rooted to the spot.
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He stood rooted to the spot, watching the car drive away.
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