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to take aback
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to surprise someone so much that they are unable to react quickly
Exemplo
The waiter was taken aback by the rude behavior of the customers at the restaurant.
She was taken aback by the iciness of his reception, expecting a warmer welcome from an old friend.
Sally was taken aback when Tom offered to her in the middle of a crowded street, but she happily said yes.
She was taken aback by the crude language used in the otherwise professional meeting.
Carlos recoiled a little at the sharpness in my voice, feeling taken aback.
