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
Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Potential Downsides Adding too much fiber too quickly can cause digestive discomfort such as bloating, gas, and cramping.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 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
About a million Tibetan children from rural areas have been reportedly sent to these government-run schools, where the language of instruction is allegedly almost exclusively Chinese, and living conditions are said to be cramped.
—Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
Potential Downsides Adding too much fiber too quickly can cause digestive discomfort such as bloating, gas, and cramping.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cramp
Verb
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This month she was indicted on three counts of assaulting, resisting, impeding and interfering with federal officials.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 June 2025
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The indictment, announced earlier this month, accuses McIver of three counts: two felonies for assaulting, resisting, or impeding federal officers—each carrying up to eight years in prison—and a misdemeanor with a maximum sentence of one year.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
Verb
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However, rather than hindering its movement, this feature is actually an adaptation that enhances its ability to survive in a diverse range of North American habitats.—
Smithsonian magazine,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 June 2025
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And continuing to avoid important financial conversations when a child returns home as an adult can further hinder a boomerang child's ability to navigate future financial decisions, Gonzalez says.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
19 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,
21 June 2025
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As exciting as the high-speed maze gameplay gets, though, Pac-Man Superfast is hampered by a few odd design decisions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 June 2025
Verb
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And best of all, no one could possibly be embarrassed by these empathetic words.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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Alyssa seems terrified but doesn’t embarrass herself.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
20 June 2025
Verb
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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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Until then, past choices will keep handicapping future operations.—
John Hart,
Oc Register,
25 June 2025
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Fifth, the Bill will force job losses by handicapping green industries.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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“Cramp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramp. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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