as in upheaval
a violent disturbance (as of the political or social order)
the Russian Revolution was one of the major convulsions of the 20th century
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Recent Examples of convulsion
In the final act, the Netanyahu government hopes that these convulsions will cause other regional powers to reach a permanent accommodation with Israel.
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Shalom Lipner, Foreign Affairs, 25 Nov. 2024
His epileptic convulsions happen less often and for shorter intervals — seconds at a time, instead of minutes.
—Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Nov. 2024
That was just one of a series of convulsions that have hit this year’s campaign.
—Bill Barrow, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
Severe cases can cause pneumonia, convulsions, brain damage or even death, according to the CDC.
—Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2024
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Shalom Lipner, Foreign Affairs, 25 Nov. 2024
His epileptic convulsions happen less often and for shorter intervals — seconds at a time, instead of minutes.
—Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Nov. 2024
That was just one of a series of convulsions that have hit this year’s campaign.
—Bill Barrow, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
Severe cases can cause pneumonia, convulsions, brain damage or even death, according to the CDC.
—Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convulsion
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Leaders grappling with technological upheaval, political change, economic uncertainty, and shifting societal norms may be tempted to seek novel solutions.Gena Cox, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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It shouldn't just be reserved for stunts and for emotional upheavals.EW.com, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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To be part of that revolution was really fascinating.Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Their romance caused something of a revolution in those days, being dubbed Bennifer.Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 26 Dec. 2024
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Make sure your travel insurance covers safety problems Look for comprehensive coverage that includes trip cancellation, medical evacuation and protection against natural disasters and political unrest.Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The legislation easily passed by a vote of 281-140. Senate Republican leaders argued that its 1% increase for defense spending was not enough, especially at a time of global unrest and challenges to American dominance.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 19 Dec. 2024
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Additional information collected about the earthquake may also prompt U.S.G.S. scientists to update the shake-severity map.William B. Davis, New York Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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At least 24 earthquakes of magnitude 7 or larger have occurred within 155 miles of the most recent earthquake in the past century, the largest being a 7.9 magnitude earthquake around 53 miles southwest in December 1950.Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Convulsion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convulsion. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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