rooted to the spot

US /ˈruːtɪd tu ðə spɑt/
UK /ˈruːtɪd tu ðə spɑt/
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clavado en el sitio, paralizado

unable to move because of fear, surprise, or other strong emotion

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She was so scared that she was rooted to the spot.
Estaba tan asustada que se quedó clavada en el sitio.
He stood rooted to the spot, watching the car drive away.
Se quedó clavado en el sitio, viendo cómo el coche se alejaba.