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Plural
convulsions
1
a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval
2
a sudden shaking of the body as a result of an illness
- His body was wracked by violent convulsions, leaving him unconscious and weak.
- The convulsion caused her muscles to stiffen, making it difficult for her to move.
- The patient was rushed to the hospital after experiencing a severe convulsion during the night.
- Convulsions can be a sign of a serious medical condition, requiring urgent care and treatment.
- The doctor explained that a high fever often leads to convulsions in young children.