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to be absorbed in
Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to become stiff (of muscles)
  2. 2. to get absorbed in
  3. 3. to be elaborate
This verb means to become stiff or tense in a part of the body, such as the shoulders or neck. It can also mean to become absorbed or obsessed with a hobby or interest, as in dedicating yourself deeply to something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The AC blowing on my back making it stiff? Absolutely not okay.

Sentence 2

My boss, unusually, said "Take a break if your shoulders are stiff."

Sentence 3

"My back is so stiff I can't sleep," my little brother said, getting up in the middle of the night.

Sentence 4

Why are my shoulders so stiff?

Sentence 5

How long are you going to sit like that? You're going to get a stiff neck.