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spasm

[spaz-uhm] / ˈspæz əm /


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In England's defence, New Zealand were outstanding, even with Matt Henry limited to only four overs because of a back spasm.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

While my vocal cords spasm apart, his spasm together; while my voice gets soft and whispery, his voice is tight and gravelly.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

A bronchial spasm sent the maestro to hospital.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

"The decision will be taken tomorrow evening because the physios, doctors will have to take a call that even if he is fully recovered he should not get the spasm again during the game."

From Barron's • Nov. 20, 2025

A slight spasm crossed Uncle Vernon’s large purple face.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling




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