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to take aback
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sorprender, desconcertar
to surprise someone so much that they are unable to react quickly
Transitive: to take aback sb
Ejemplo
Despite his friendly demeanor, John's sharp tongue emerged when he was provoked, leaving others taken aback by his sudden verbal precision.
They were taken aback by her insouciance in the face of adversity.
She was taken aback by the iciness of his reception, expecting a warmer welcome from an old friend.
Carlos recoiled a little at the sharpness in my voice, feeling taken aback.
She was taken aback by the coarse remarks he made during the meeting.
