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hiccup

[hik-uhp, -uhp] / ˈhɪk ʌp, -əp /
NOUN
diaphragm spasms
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All the hiccups now blend together in his recollections.

From Los Angeles Times

The affidavit also noted that “Woods had hiccups during the entire investigation.”

From Los Angeles Times

An officer also noted that Woods was "extremely alert and talkative" and had "hiccups during the entire investigation".

From BBC

After the hiccup, Riley said the team responded well and it was back to business.

From Los Angeles Times

A short war would only be seen as a temporary hiccup.

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