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Vocabulary Entry
spasm
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A sudden involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles.
Example Sentences
"He felt a spasm in his leg while running."
"The spasm caused her to wince in pain."
"Muscle spasms can occur after intense exercise."
V
verb
To experience or cause muscles to contract suddenly and involuntarily.
Example Sentences
"His back spasmed unexpectedly."
"The athlete spasm can occur during high-tension moments."
"She had to pause her workout because her muscles spasmed."