as in contractions
a painful sudden tightening of a muscle
I was suddenly awakened by a cramp in my leg
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as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult
an antismoking ordinance that was seen as just another cramp on business by bar owners
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as in hinders
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
having to constantly entertain guests at the summer cottage was really cramping my writing efforts
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Recent Examples of cramps
Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
In addition, menstrual cramps may cause discomfort in the lower abdomen, pelvis, and back.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
In addition, menstrual cramps may cause discomfort in the lower abdomen, pelvis, and back.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
For menstrual cramps, heating pads can relax muscles and ease pain, while gentle massage, aromatherapy, and stretching can also offer relief.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
For Menstrual Pain OTC medications can also help relieve stomach pain stemming from menstrual cramps.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
For Menstrual Pain OTC medications can also help relieve stomach pain stemming from menstrual cramps.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Other factors, such as muscle fatigue, inadequate stretching before exercise, and loss of body fluids can also trigger muscle cramps.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
Most muscle cramps resolve on their own without the need for medical treatment.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
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For menstrual cramps, heating pads can relax muscles and ease pain, while gentle massage, aromatherapy, and stretching can also offer relief.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
In addition, menstrual cramps may cause discomfort in the lower abdomen, pelvis, and back.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
In addition, menstrual cramps may cause discomfort in the lower abdomen, pelvis, and back.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
For menstrual cramps, heating pads can relax muscles and ease pain, while gentle massage, aromatherapy, and stretching can also offer relief.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
For Menstrual Pain OTC medications can also help relieve stomach pain stemming from menstrual cramps.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
For Menstrual Pain OTC medications can also help relieve stomach pain stemming from menstrual cramps.
—Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Other factors, such as muscle fatigue, inadequate stretching before exercise, and loss of body fluids can also trigger muscle cramps.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
Most muscle cramps resolve on their own without the need for medical treatment.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
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