convulsion
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Convulsion begins: a Bacchic ecstasy of vino nero, roaring scooters, rock 'n' roll.
From Time Magazine Archive
With sudden spasm Convulsion shook him sore, and on his back Discomfited he lay.
From Olive Leaves Or, Sketches of Character by Sigourney, L. H. (Lydia Howard)
Convulsion followed convulsion, till they closed in death, without her being able to utter a word explanatory of the fatal scene.
From The Bride of Lammermoor by Scott, Walter, Sir
Convulsion is distinguished from epilepsy, as the patient does not intirely lose all perception during the paroxysm.
From Zoonomia, Vol. II Or, the Laws of Organic Life by Darwin, Erasmus
I fear if the Commissaries Department is not soon alterd, a dangerous Convulsion will take place.
From The Writings of Samuel Adams - Volume 3 by Cushing, Harry Alonzo
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