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The phrase "struck you dumb with dread" typically means to be rendered speechless or paralyzed by fear or dread. It suggests that the intensity of the fear is so great that it temporarily inhibits one's ability to speak or react.

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What are comebacks for when people call you dumb?

"I sure am - I'm struck dumb by how ugly you are." Struck dumb means momentarily speechless, which you can explain to the people calling you dumb because I can tell they're to dumb to get it. Or, if you want to keep with the times, you can say, "Your face is dumb."


If you act dumb are you dumb?

Yes, for acting dumb. Acting 'dumb' doesn't mean you are 'dumb'. Acting means that you are portraying something, and portraying means that you are not the thing you are portraying, because otherwise, one would not need to portray one's self if one was already itself. In other words, acting dumb is different from being dumb, and acting dumb doesn't necessarily mean you are dumb.


What are some similes for 'as dumb as'?

The oldest simile for 'as dumb as' is 'As dumb as a doornail'. Others include: As dumb as a wet noodle. As dumb as an unpowered computer. As dumb as a library with no books.


What does dumb sole mean?

"Dumb sole" is not a common phrase in English. "Dumb" typically means lacking intelligence or ability to speak, while "sole" can refer to the bottom of a foot or to being the only one. It's possible that "dumb sole" could be a misspelling or a regional slang term that is not widely recognized.


What is dumb mean?

"Dumb" refers to those that are not as smart or aware as others. (in comparition to others") Quite often one might refer to "Dumb" as the word stupid. :P No. If someone is dumb, it means they are unable to speak.