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Hiccup
01
(usually plural) the state of having reflex spasms of the diaphragm accompanied by a rapid closure of the glottis producing an audible sound; sometimes a symptom of indigestion
to hiccup
01
to make a sudden, involuntary sound caused by a spasm of the diaphragm, often as a result of eating or drinking too quickly
Intransitive
hiccup
n
Example
Hiccups occur due to involuntary spasms of the diaphragm.
The team's preparation was so thorough that they were able to sail through the presentation without any hiccups.
The project transitioned smoothly from planning to execution, with no hiccups.
