spasmodic

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Something that is spasmodic happens suddenly, for short periods of time, and at irregular intervals. 间歇的

adjective [原级]痉挛的,痉挛性的;间歇性的

He managed to stifle the spasmodic sobs of panic rising in his throat.
他竭力地抑制了自己,没从喉咙中发出惊恐的哭声。

来自spasm (痉挛, 一阵发作) + odic → 痉挛的
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There was spasmodic fighting in the area yesterday. 昨天,那一地区发生过零星的战斗。
Spasmodic bouts of exercise are not very beneficial. 一曝十寒的运动不会有多大好处。