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sleep paralysis

n.

A condition in which, upon waking, a person is aware of the surroundings but is unable to move.

Sleep paralysis

An abnormal episode of sleep in which the patient cannot move for a few minutes, usually occurring on falling asleep or waking up. Often found in patients with narcolepsy.

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