Glued to the spot

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idiom

Not able to move, usually because of surprise or shock.

When he saw the ghost, he was glued to the spot.
Visual representation of "glued to the spot" - Not able to move, usually because of surprise or shock

Often appears as...

  • stand glued to the spot
  • remain glued to the spot

Usage tips

Colloquial, Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "glued to the spot"
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Surprise or Shock

Use this phrase when describing an extreme emotional reaction that stops someone from moving.

Illustration for Surprise or Shock
When the verdict was announced, the defendant was glued to the spot.
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Colloquial Usage

It's casual language, suitable for conversations but not formal writing.

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At the surprise party, she walked in and was glued to the spot.
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Metaphorical Expression

Understand it's not literal; nobody is actually stuck with glue, it's expressing inability to move.

Illustration for Metaphorical Expression
Hearing the strange noises, he was glued to the spot in his room.
Visual representation of the word "Glued to the spot"

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