Speechless
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Emotional Overwhelm
Used when emotions are so powerful that they prevent you from finding words. Seeing the surprise party, I was speechless with joy.
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Positive Shock
Often used in happy, unexpected situations that leave you without words. Upon seeing the proposal ring, she was speechless.
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Negative Surprise
Can express being at a loss for words due to unpleasant or shocking news. He was speechless after hearing about the accident.