Also means
bring to a standstill
Usage Note
Paralyser can describe both physical immobility and figurative stagnation. The reflexive se paralyser means 'to seize up' or 'to become paralyzed.' A related noun is la paralysie (paralysis).
Examples
"La peur l'a complètement paralysé."
Natural Translation
Fear completely paralyzed him.

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