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to convulse
01
be overcome with laughter
02
make someone convulse with laughter
03
contract involuntarily, as in a spasm
04
to make someone experience muscle contractions, especially by making them laugh
Examples
The comedian ’s hilarious performance convulsed the audience with uncontrollable laughter.
05
to shake in a violent and uncontrollable way
Transitive
Examples
A deep cough convulsed him, leaving him breathless and struggling to recover.
06
to experience violent, uncontrollable shaking or movement
Intransitive
Examples
His body convulsed violently as he experienced a seizure, alarming everyone around him.
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convulsion
convulsive
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