hickup in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 1, Grade 2
Definition
A hiccup is an involuntary contraction of the diaphragm that produces a sudden, sharp intake of breath, often resulting in a distinctive sound.
Crossword clues for hickup
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "hickup".
- Unexpected sound from a sudden diaphragm spasm.
- Involuntary breath interruption often caused by eating.
- Sharp intake of breath, often surprising the speaker.
- A sudden gasp usually accompanied by a noise.
- Common occurrence after drinking carbonated beverages.
Hickup sentence examples
- I always get a hiccup when I drink soda too quickly.
- During the presentation, I suddenly had a hiccup that made everyone laugh.
- She tried to stifle her hiccup during the serious meeting, but it escaped anyway.
- His hiccup interrupted the quiet moment, making it all the more memorable.
- After a long night of laughter and talking, he ended up with a persistent hiccup.