seize up
US /siːz ˈʌp/
UK /siːz ˈʌp/
1.
terhenti, macet
If a machine or part of a machine seizes up, it stops working because the moving parts are no longer able to move.
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The engine seized up after running without oil for too long.
Enjin terhenti selepas beroperasi tanpa minyak terlalu lama.
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The old car's brakes seized up, making it impossible to drive.
Brek kereta lama itu terhenti, menjadikannya mustahil untuk dipandu.
2.
kaku, menjadi kaku
If a part of your body seizes up, it becomes stiff and difficult to move.
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My back always seizes up after a long flight.
Belakang saya selalu kaku selepas penerbangan panjang.
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His knee seized up during the marathon, forcing him to stop.
Lututnya kaku semasa maraton, memaksanya berhenti.