hiccup

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

From time to time, I saw a hiccup here, a little sluggishness there.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

To avoid a hiccup like the one you just experienced in the future, there are some red flags to watch for.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

This is a defensive investment; if the market has a hiccup this year, it is in a strong place.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

She had this great laugh, kind of a backward hiccup, that I found absolutely charming.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam