1
as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
spasmodic problems that we will have to deal with as they crop up
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2
as in excitable
easily excited by nature
a talk show host who was famed for his edgy, spasmodic manner
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Recent Examples of spasmodic
The most common type of spasmodic dysphonia is called adductor dysphonia, which accounts for 80% of cases.
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Indu Subramanian, The Conversation, 1 May 2025
Abductor spasmodic dysphonia, which is less common, causes the vocal cords to suddenly open.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025
Ahead of his confirmation hearing, articles about the sound of his voice and his spasmodic dysphonia have been in the news.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
There is no cure for spasmodic dysphonia, but there are treatments available.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 29 Jan. 2025
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Indu Subramanian, The Conversation, 1 May 2025
Abductor spasmodic dysphonia, which is less common, causes the vocal cords to suddenly open.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025
Ahead of his confirmation hearing, articles about the sound of his voice and his spasmodic dysphonia have been in the news.
—Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
There is no cure for spasmodic dysphonia, but there are treatments available.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spasmodic
Adjective
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The English-language narration, delivered by Kyra Sedgwick, is used for sporadic, jarring and rarely necessary info drops, and would have felt more at home on the soundtrack of a PBS nature series.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Oct. 2025
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Trump deploys 'Bibisitters' The first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal has largely held, though sporadic fighting since the deal was signed has erupted and left two Israeli soldiers and more than 40 Palestinians dead.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The text is excitable and wayward, while many of the photographs are dramatically dull.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Oct. 2025
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Pups with excitable and reactive temperaments were especially responsive to on-screen content, suggesting that many canines may interpret moving images much like real-world events.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There are occasional reminders that the Mafia lingers.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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All the pieces seem to fit, producing a symphony of contact and occasional crescendo of slug.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Although Buffalo has allowed just 47 points in its last two games (both losses), the Chiefs offense has people nervous.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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Not only are recent graduates nervous that their jobs could be replaced by AI, the application process is also becoming disrupted by the tools.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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So, too, the hold Catholicism has on him, still (with intermittent lapses).—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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Sheriff’s officials said in a Tuesday evening Facebook post that there is a 75% chance of more rain Wednesday, including mostly intermittent heavy thunderstorms with the potential for winds of up to 50 mph and quarter-inch hail.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Most aneurysms are symptom-free, but sudden severe headaches or vision changes can signal a life-threatening rupture.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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Leave plenty of distance between you and the vehicle in front of you to account for sudden stops or changes in the traffic pattern.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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His ball location has been erratic, and his decision-making still isn’t there.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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Another investigation is looking into Tesla's limited Robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, where passengers reported erratic driving and speeding — even with human safety drivers onboard.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Spasmodic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spasmodic. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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