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• n  (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
  how do you cure the hiccups?
• v  breathe spasmodically, and make a sound
  When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water

• One potential hiccup for Specter is the down economy.
• This isn't just a trend, a temporary fad or a generational hiccup.
• Anna Mayer, 21, of New York City started hiccuping some seven weeks ago, but unlike most people, she did not stop.

• hiccough
• singultus

News & Articles

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• Experts reveal best hiccup remedies
  Experts say the best way to get rid of hiccups is to simply hold your breath.
  June 11, 2013 - KPRC Local 2 Houston
• Still Plenty Of Tickets Left For ‘The Book of Mormon’
  Once again it's the hottest ticket in town. “The Book of Mormon” is back and there are still plenty of seats available after a small hiccup.
  June 11, 2013 - CBS Denver
• Hiccup remedies that work
  Hiccups are a common occurrence that typically last a few minutes.
  June 10, 2013 - WCVB Boston

Quotes

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• Serena Williams in Bloomberg
  I served well today,Serena Williams said in a news conference. "I had a little bit of a hiccup. But she returned really well. It forced me to serve really well."
• Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper in Times Online
  Despite my little hiccup, or major hiccup, I think we did a good job out there,Ms Stefanyshyn-Piper said after returning to the space station.
• Andy MacPhail in 940 News
  We had a hiccup on the 27th and we had to go back with MLB to make sure certain safeguards were in place for both sides,MacPhail said.