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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.

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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.

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Hearing the strange noises, he was glued to the spot in his room.
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