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to seize up
[phrase form: seize]
01
atascarse, agarrotarse
(of a machine or system) to stop working because its parts have become stuck or jammed
Ejemplos
The gears in the old clock seized up, and it stopped ticking.
Los engranajes del reloj antiguo se atascaron, y dejó de funcionar.
02
agarrotarse, entumecerse
to become stiff or immobile, typically referring to a part of the body
Ejemplos
During the hike, his knee suddenly seized up, causing him to stop.
Durante la caminata, su rodilla de repente se trabó, lo que lo hizo detenerse.
