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writer's cramp

idiom

A debilitating pain preventing easy movement of the wrist, hand, or fingers, resulting from prolonged use of a pen or pencil.


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Related idioms2entries
  1. 01

    cramp someone's style

    To restrict someone's free action or expression.

  2. 02

    wanker's cramp

    An ache in the wrist caused by repetitive movements.

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