as in stitch
a painful sudden tightening of a muscle
I was suddenly awakened by a cramp in my leg
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as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult
an antismoking ordinance that was seen as just another cramp on business by bar owners
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as in to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
having to constantly entertain guests at the summer cottage was really cramping my writing efforts
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Recent Examples of cramp
Erika Prouty, Health, 21 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, maintaining regular hydration is the most reliable way to prevent muscle cramps.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Bosworth has endometriosis, an incurable condition in which tissue grows outside the uterine lining, often leading to fatigue, cramping, heavy periods and infertility.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Deficiencies may lead to muscle cramps and fatigue.
—Erika Prouty, Health, 21 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, maintaining regular hydration is the most reliable way to prevent muscle cramps.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
The team also lost both OF Fernando Tatis Jr. (shoulder) and 2B Jake Cronenworth (cramping) to injuries on Tuesday, but both could return to the lineup Friday.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Bosworth has endometriosis, an incurable condition in which tissue grows outside the uterine lining, often leading to fatigue, cramping, heavy periods and infertility.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2025
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On April 16, the Department of Homeland Security threatened to impede Harvard’s ability to enroll students from abroad – an unprecedented move that would devastate the campus if the White House moved forward with it.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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In Wednesday’s ruling, Gonzalez Rogers said Apple is immediately barred from impeding developers’ ability to communicate with users, and the company must not levy its new commission on off-app purchases.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
1 May 2025
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Scientists believe early exposure to this content may hinder children's understanding of consent and respect in relationships.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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The Transport Workers Union argued the petition would hinder safety.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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Substantial reductions in funding for HIV prevention efforts could further hamper this public health messaging.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2025
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The goal isn’t to embarrass or dominate the other person.—
John Bowe,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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This is not Carey's first time embarrassing her children.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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Additionally, Iman accused the Gonna Love Me singer of taking their kids out of school for no reason and willfully obstructing and interfering with his right to pick up the their kids on April 17.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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The Yankees added pitching this offseason, but injuries to Gerrit Cole, Clarke Schmidt, Luis Gil, and Marcus Stroman have handicapped the Bronx Bombers.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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Gary Williams, still in many ways the patriarch of Maryland basketball, was asked how much the chaos and bitterness of the last two weeks will handicap the younger Williams’ start in College Park.—
Childs Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Cramp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramp. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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