spasmodic
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/spæzˈmɑːdɪk/
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/spæzˈmɒdɪk/
occurring in sudden, irregular bursts
There was spasmodic fighting in the area yesterday.
昨日、その地域で断続的な戦闘がありました。
caused by involuntary muscle contractions
The patient experienced spasmodic coughing fits.
患者は間歇的な咳の発作を経験しました。