hiccup
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Any slight hiccup could spark selling, such as the words of a South Korean official.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
Blue Origin’s first commercial launch for its massive new rocket suffered a mission hiccup Sunday, a setback for Jeff Bezos’ rocket company.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
"If we do have a hiccup here and there that is also good to learn from."
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
After the hiccup, Riley said the team responded well and it was back to business.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
She spoke quietly; she didn’t declaim or raise her voice; and when a sob shook her, it was muffled almost into a hiccup, as if she were stifling her emotions for the sake of courtesy.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
Vocabulary lists containing hiccup
This Week in Words: Current Events Vocab for February 5–February 11, 2022
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Vocabulary from Readings 3, Unit 1
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Vocabulary from Readings 3, Unit 1
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
