Crick

/kɹˈɪk/

/ˈkɹɪk/

Crick

English biochemist who (with Watson in 1953) helped discover the helical structure of DNA (1916-2004)

a sudden, sharp pain or discomfort, often linked to muscle stiffness, commonly occurring in areas like the neck, back, or other parts of the body

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to cause a sudden painful stiffness or spasm in a muscle, typically occurring due to an awkward movement or prolonged position

Example

A quick head turn caused an annoying crick in the neck.

Waking up with a neck crick after an uncomfortable night's sleep is common.

A long drive triggered an upper back crick, limiting head movement.

Extended computer use may result in a crick in the shoulders.

Lifting heavy boxes led to a lingering lower back crick.

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