Definition of convulsion
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the Russian Revolution was one of the major convulsions of the 20th century
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Partner Kristen Vasilakos has, to a certain extent, the ability to calm his spasticity, and they dance, in intervals, until Vasquez again reverts to his convulsions and tremors.
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Lead, a heavy metal that is particularly dangerous to infants and small children, can cause convulsions, coma and death when absorbed in high doses.
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If symptoms worsen to include nausea, vomiting, perspiration, convulsions, or weakening pulse, seek medical attention because reactions this severe can lead to death.
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Victims show signs of suffocation, convulsions, foaming at the mouth and pupil constriction.
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Victims show signs of suffocation, convulsions, foaming at the mouth and pupil constriction.
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Both were times when a promising mix of full employment, low inflation and buoyant spirits gave way to a financial convulsion that triggered a recession.
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Symptoms include: confusion due to lack of blood flow to the brain reddened dry skin lack of sweat organ failure convulsions or seizure.
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Symptoms include: confusion due to lack of blood flow to the brain reddened dry skin lack of sweat organ failure convulsions or seizure.
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First Known Use of convulsion
1547
CONVULSION Defined for English Language Learners
convulsion
playDefinition of convulsion for English Language Learners
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medical : a sudden violent shaking of the muscles in your body that you are unable to control
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: a sudden experience of something (such as laughter) that shakes or moves your body
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: a sudden change or disturbance that affects a country, organization, etc.
CONVULSION Defined for Kids
convulsion
playDefinition of convulsion for Students
: an attack of powerful involuntary muscular contractions
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