Convulse and Strain

Convulse

Convulse verb - To make a series of small irregular or violent movements.
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Strain and convulse are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Strain" instead a verb "Convulse".

Nearby Words: convulsion, convulsive, convulsing

Strain

Strain verb - To injure by overuse, misuse, or pressure.

Convulse and strain are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Convulse" instead a verb "Strain".

Nearby Words: strained, straining, strainer
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