Example Sentences

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Spasms from the disorder can be triggered by “sudden movement, cold temperature or unexpected loud noises,” according to Johns Hopkins.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2022

Spasms caused by emotions may cause blocking in other cases.

From Time Magazine Archive

Spasms threw my legs out from under me, causing me to fall with all my weight on my back.

From Time Magazine Archive

Spasms cause Peeta’s hands to tighten into fists, then splay out in a bizarre fashion.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins

Its value in saving life in infancy is not easily estimated; a few drops will subdue the irritation of Teething, prevent and arrest Convulsions, cure Whooping Cough, Spasms, and Flatus at once.

From A Plain Cookery Book for the Working Classes by Francatelli, Charles Elmé