Petrify

To become so scared that you can’t move or speak, like when you see a scary monster in a movie.

Examples

• The loud thunderstorm seemed to petrify my little brother, and he hid under the blanket until it was over.
• When I saw the giant spider in the corner of the room, it petrified me, and I couldn't move for a moment.
• The scary movie was so intense that it petrified my friends, and we all jumped when the monster appeared.

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