To be taken aback

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	To be driven backward against the mast; - said of the sails, also of the ship when the sails are thus driven.
	To be suddenly checked, baffled, or discomfited. - Dickens.
	See under Aback, Advantage, etc.

See also: Aback Aback Take

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