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The Clue
Sudden temporary activity (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SPASM
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Notes
The answer SPASM is seen frequently, appearing about once every 190 puzzles.
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Definition
SPASM as a noun:
1. (spasm, cramp, muscle spasm) = a painful and involuntary muscular contraction
2. (pathology) sudden constriction of a hollow organ (as a blood vessel)