strike dumb

• Dejar a alguien sin habla, generalmente por shock, sorpresa o asombro.

To render someone speechless, usually due to shock, surprise, or amazement.

1. To shock into silenceC1formal

   To cause someone to be so surprised, shocked, or amazed that they cannot speak.

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   • The news of his sudden resignation struck everyone dumb.
   • Her incredible performance struck the audience dumb with admiration.
   • The revelation struck him dumb for several minutes.