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Be lost for words

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Emotional Intensity

Used when emotions are so strong that one can't articulate thoughts, not just confusion.

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Seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time, I was lost for words.
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Unexpected Situations

Often used when something happens that you didn't predict, leaving you speechless.

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When the magician made my watch disappear, I was lost for words.
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Positive or Negative

Can express both good and bad shock, such as extreme joy or dismay.

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The surprise party left me lost for words.
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