
Hiccup
Physical Reaction
It's an involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, not a deliberate action.

The baby's sudden hiccup surprised everyone.
Often Repeated
Usually occurs multiple times, not just once.

He had a bout of hiccups that lasted several minutes.
Not Serious
Common and not indicative of a health issue; often humorous in social situations.

At the quiet moment during the meeting, my hiccups echoed in the room.
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