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
Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 21 July 2025
Some patients taking iron complain of severe constipation or stomach cramps.
—Paula Span, Miami Herald, 18 July 2025
Steve Gorten, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
If your wrist is tired, your desk is cramped, and your pointer finger is ready for retirement, the ProtoArc EM05 NL might be worth a look.
—PC Magazine, 15 June 2025
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Noun
People who are exposed to it could experience diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and fever, according to the CDC.
—Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 21 July 2025
Some patients taking iron complain of severe constipation or stomach cramps.
—Paula Span, Miami Herald, 18 July 2025
Verb
Quantrill, who dealt with cramping late in his outing, hit Otto Kemp to lead off the fifth and then gave up a double to Brandon Marsh.
—Steve Gorten, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
If your wrist is tired, your desk is cramped, and your pointer finger is ready for retirement, the ProtoArc EM05 NL might be worth a look.
—PC Magazine, 15 June 2025
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Verb
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Though no charges have been filed, the probe was backed by DOJ leadership and stemmed from a memo by former Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, now a Trump judicial nominee, urging prosecution of state actors who impede immigration enforcement.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 July 2025
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Agents were executing a search warrant at the farm and arrested several individuals on suspicion of impeding the operation, according to Essayli.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
Verb
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While the overall economic forecast remains ambiguous due to persistent worries regarding tariffs affecting major trading partners—which may incite inflation and hinder growth—Goldman is projected to gain from robust performance in its trading division.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Dry thunderstorms and gusty winds are hindering firefighting efforts and increasing fire risk.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
15 July 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,
14 July 2025
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One of the central concerns is whether Trump administration cuts to the National Weather Service — the backbone of the country’s weather warning system — will hamper local governments and residents from staving off disaster when severe weather strikes.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Manager Luis Enrique's side then embarrassed Inter Miami 4-0 in the round of 16 and survived two late red cards vs. Bayern Munich to win that quarterfinal battle 2-0. PSG vs. Real Madrid Injury, Suspension, Lineup News: Both teams will be missing key pieces along their back lines today.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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The Nuggets, like the current Rockies, were embarrassing themselves regularly before posting an 11-71 record.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Washington blames Hamas for prolonging the war and obstructing humanitarian aid.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 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.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Governments shouldn’t necessarily apply the precautionary principle to AI; the benefits are too great to handicap its development, at least at these early stages.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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However, the impact of Fed loosening can be tricky to handicap, considering that the dollar and Treasury yields rose sharply when the central bank last cut in 2024.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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“Cramp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramp. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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