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
Suzy Khimm, NBC news, 7 June 2025
Symptoms of salmonella infection – including diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps – typically arise six hours to six days after exposure and may last 4 to 7 days.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 June 2025
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2025
Cease might have pitched beyond the seventh but then his right forearm cramped up, which in this era of pitching injuries would rank as significantly better than other types of forearm ailments.
—Larry Fleisher, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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Noun
Cucumbers and other fresh produce may be a surprising source of salmonella, which can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps and fever, as well as more serious health problems that can turn fatal.
—Suzy Khimm, NBC news, 7 June 2025
Symptoms of salmonella infection – including diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps – typically arise six hours to six days after exposure and may last 4 to 7 days.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 June 2025
Verb
Cease was pulled from his previous start six days prior with two outs in the seventh inning after experiencing cramping in his right forearm while throwing a slider.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2025
Cease might have pitched beyond the seventh but then his right forearm cramped up, which in this era of pitching injuries would rank as significantly better than other types of forearm ailments.
—Larry Fleisher, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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Verb
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Protesters should remain on sidewalks where possible and avoid impeding traffic or emergency access, Honeycutt said.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2025
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The union leader — whose organization represents approximately 750,000 people — is accused of conspiracy to impede an officer.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
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Civilian layoffs would hinder critical administrative support to sworn personnel and harm essential services citywide, McDonnell stressed.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
12 June 2025
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In some such as Utah and Nevada, the government controls the vast majority of lands, protecting them from potential exploitation but hindering growth.—
Matthew Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2025
Verb
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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 Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
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Hundreds of law enforcement officers at the local, state and federal level spent nearly two weeks searching for Hardin, using dogs, drones and aircraft, at times hampered by severe weather.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
Verb
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The following program will contain graphic stupidity, as four friends compete to embarrass one another – only this time in Lithuania.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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The intensity of the Russian attacks on Ukraine over the past weeks has further dampened hopes that the warring sides could reach a peace deal anytime soon — especially after Kyiv recently embarrassed the Kremlin with a surprising drone attack on military airfields deep inside Russia.—
SAMYA KULLAB,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2025
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Kastner, meanwhile, was charged with battery and obstructing an officer without violence.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 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,
18 June 2025
Verb
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But Stick is handicapped by predictable story beats that viewers will see coming from hundreds of yards away.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
3 June 2025
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There are a few things that make handicapping the winners slightly easier.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Cramp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramp. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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