sinking spell
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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"Her vital signs were stable. But she seemed to have a sinking spell and it . . . it was a mystery to me," said Dr. Charles Engles, a neurosurgeon who treated Tonya.
From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022
Four days before the FRB announcement, the market had its worst sinking spell in nearly two months.
From Time Magazine Archive
With Merrick's offerings, 1965-66 will be recorded as a minor sinking spell in the long decline of legit.
From Time Magazine Archive
Instead, the biggest sinking spell in a year hit the Chicago grain pits at midweek.
From Time Magazine Archive
Her voice sounded weaker than before, and Octavius grew alarmed lest she have another of what Hannah termed a "sinking spell" then and there.
From Flamsted quarries by Nelson, G. Patrick
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