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as in cramp
a painful sudden tightening of a muscle
he suffers terribly from back spasms
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a spasm of love that he had never experienced before
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Recent Examples of spasm
The Texas Rangers activated third baseman Josh Jung off the 10-day injury list on Tuesday after the Texas Tech product had been sidelined with neck spasms.
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Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2025
However, some beta-blockers can worsen symptoms of asthma or other lung conditions, as well as peripheral vascular disease (a condition that causes narrowing, blockage, or spasms in the blood vessel).
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 28 Mar. 2025
This time, the opposing pitcher will be National League Cy Young winner Chris Sale, who was unavailable in October due to back spasms.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
The practice can stimulate nerves, increase blood circulation, relieve muscle spasms and release hormones, according to the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025
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Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2025
However, some beta-blockers can worsen symptoms of asthma or other lung conditions, as well as peripheral vascular disease (a condition that causes narrowing, blockage, or spasms in the blood vessel).
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 28 Mar. 2025
This time, the opposing pitcher will be National League Cy Young winner Chris Sale, who was unavailable in October due to back spasms.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
The practice can stimulate nerves, increase blood circulation, relieve muscle spasms and release hormones, according to the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spasm
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Key Takeaways Influencers on social media are touting navel oiling to alleviate digestive issues, stress, and pain from menstrual cramps, PCOS, or endometriosis.—
Justin Laube,
EverydayHealth.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The Menstrual Cycle Support Tea promotes hormonal balance, eases menstrual cramps, and aids with managing sugar cravings.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Whimsical, preppy, and versatile, these hues add a burst of freshness into any space, designers say.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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April 2025 The Star: The cards suggest April will bring a refreshing burst of hope and clarity for you, Aries, as The Star invites you to reconnect with your dreams and aspirations.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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In addition to the fatalities, over 260 people were injured in the explosions, and at least 17 people lost limbs.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Residents living near Srinagar city’s airport, which is also an air base, said they were rattled by the explosions and booming sound of jets.—
Riazat Butt,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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The Vikings’ nine-run outburst in the second inning was matched by the Caravan’s six-run fifth.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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For more than a year now, the sun has been in the opposite phase—the solar maximum—with a messy magnetic field, plenty of sunspots and regular outbursts.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
9 May 2025
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Leonard has been a solid scorer throughout this series, including his 39-point eruption in Game 2.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Our study exemplifies how seismology combined with rock physics models and petrological analysis can resolve the detailed structure and composition of a volcanic system, critical for assessing eruption hazard.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Though flash flooding risks were minimal, forecasters warned of potential issues in poor drainage areas because of the consistent showers.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
5 May 2025
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The Friday, May 2 event showcased Black designers based in Charlotte, who arrived in finery, flash and pomp during an evening-long program.—
Lisa Vernon Sparks,
Charlotte Observer,
4 May 2025
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His dramas, rarely built on tightly interlocking shards of plot, are instead propelled by ambient forces: blasts of music, gusts of chatter.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
2 May 2025
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Prepare for penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) and wind gusts of up to 30 mph.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2025
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“Spasm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spasm. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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