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
Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Some slot right in; others distort and cramp.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2025
Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
However, the keyboard is a bit cramped, the touchpad is too small, and the battery likely won't get you through a full day of spirited work on a charge.
—Mark Coppock, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2025
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Noun
No official guidelines exist for magnesium dosage specifically for period cramps.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Some slot right in; others distort and cramp.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
The nighttime arrivals mark the official opening of the first phase of the new Terminal 1, which replaces the 1960s-era existing facility that has grown cramped and outdated.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
However, the keyboard is a bit cramped, the touchpad is too small, and the battery likely won't get you through a full day of spirited work on a charge.
—Mark Coppock, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2025
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Verb
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The scandal has already impeded the effort to hold Israel accountable for the death toll in Gaza; the woman fears that anger at Israel might now lead members of the assembly to discount her story and, instead, side with Khan.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
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However, 76ers guard Kennedy Chandler impeded his path, and Hart hit the hardwood in clear pain.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The fear was that Jayden Daniels would be limited, that the brace on his left knee — or the knee itself — would hinder his running or his elusiveness, eliminate his quick cuts or somehow slow him down.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Trending Shorts Environmental activist Jane Goodall, who died Wednesday at the age of 91, understood the bleak projections from climate scientists — and the economic and political structures that hinder change.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
7 Oct. 2025
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After being hampered by injuries late in his time with the Royals, Keller is healthy and happy to be part of Chicago’s bullpen.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
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The appointment ends a three-month mayoral vacancy that has been hampering efforts to repair the city's aging, leak-prone water system.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The minor student created memes and posted them on the Instagram account to embarrass and make fun of the students.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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That behavior is embarrassing anywhere, and goes against all of golf etiquette.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Griffith and CityBeat reporter Madeline Fening are facing charges, including disorderly conduct, failure to disperse, obstructing a highway and obstructing an emergency responder.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Rourke said the 2024 changes to the law unduly handicap his office.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
27 Sep. 2025
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Darius Dotch has been invariably impressive on area stages over the past several years, but he’s handicapped by Shider making Hines’ husband a one-note nag.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Cramp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramp. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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