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to transfix
01
to pierce with a sharp point
Transitive: to transfix sth
Examples
In mythology, the hero transfixed the dragon's heart with a spear.
02
to cause someone or something to become motionless, often by shock, awe, or intense concentration
Transitive: to transfix sb/sth
Examples
The mesmerizing performance on stage transfixed the audience, holding them spellbound.
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