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hiccup

/ˈhɪkʌp/

Meaning 1

a small, temporary problem or delay

“The project faced a hiccup during the final review.”
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Meaning 2

a sudden involuntary contraction of the diaphragm

“The child had a hiccup after drinking soda.”
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Illustration of hiccup: a sudden involuntary contraction of the diaphragm