as in to paralyze
to render powerless, ineffective, or unable to move
town councils felt immobilized by the powers newly granted to the state legislation
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Recent Examples of immobilize
In this particular case, biologists suspect the bobcat probably took advantage of a cold snap that had immobilized Loki.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 June 2025
The arm was immobilized as a precautionary measure.
—Rachel Wolf, Fox News, 14 Feb. 2025
As Cabrera laid down in the dirt, the Yankees and Mariners’ training staffs worked to immobilize him.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025
Phone removal Separating your phone from a bike mount can be awkward, especially if it’s securely immobilized.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 June 2025
The arm was immobilized as a precautionary measure.
—Rachel Wolf, Fox News, 14 Feb. 2025
As Cabrera laid down in the dirt, the Yankees and Mariners’ training staffs worked to immobilize him.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025
Phone removal Separating your phone from a bike mount can be awkward, especially if it’s securely immobilized.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immobilize
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House Republicans, paralyzed by internal fighting over the Jeffrey Epstein files, will embark early for a lengthy summer recess later this week after canceling votes on Thursday.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
22 July 2025
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With the House floor paralyzed, House GOP leaders announced on Tuesday that the chamber is leaving for a five-week district work period a day earlier than expected.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
22 July 2025
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The report does not present any evidence of mechanical failures or of a possible bird strike, which could have incapacitated both engines at the same time.—
Russell Lewis,
NPR,
11 July 2025
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Trump's dismissal of the CNN and NBC reports comes amid concern about just how incapacitated Iran's nuclear capacity is.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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About six weeks ago, hackers crippled the computer systems of the TV and mobile phone provider Dish Network.—
Shira Ovide,
Washington Post,
4 Apr. 2023
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Oakland Mills Coach: Chris Brewington Last season: Class 2A state champion Outlook: Losing the talent Oakland Mills did from last year’s outdoor season would cripple most programs, but the Scorpions have reloaded.—
Anthony Maluso,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Mar. 2023
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Avoid Common Mistakes Despite the benefits of catch-up contributions, many individuals make avoidable errors that undermine their effectiveness.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The firing of a career public servant, lawfully appointed by the court, is another blatant attempt to intimidate anyone that doesn't agree with them and undermine judicial independence.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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“Immobilize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immobilize. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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