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Quedarse de piedra

Literally 'to stay like stone,' it is used when someone is so shocked or surprised that they cannot move or speak. It describes a state of total disbelief.

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Examples in context

Me quedé de piedra al ver el precio.

I was stunned when I saw the price.

Se quedó de piedra con la noticia.

He was floored by the news.

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