freeze up
Intermediate (B1)informal
To suddenly stop working or stop being able to do anything, like when you're so scared you can't speak.
"She completely froze up when the interviewer asked her to describe her greatest weakness."
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I just freeze up sometimes.
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project before freeze up. The extra
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Freeze up resources, reduces pressure, mention aid,