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身動き
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 身動き.
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Entry
1
Usu. with neg. verb
movement (of one's body); moving about; stirring
Examples
その子供は恐怖で身動きができなかった。
The child was paralyzed with fear.
2
Usu. with neg. verb
acting freely; doing as one pleases
Examples
君はこのまま収入不相応な暮らしを続ければ金に困って身動きがとれなくなるだろう。
You'll find yourself in deep water if you continue to live beyond your means.
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