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Detailed Synonyms for startle reaction in English
startle reaction:
startle reaction [the ~] noun
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the startle reaction
– a complicated involuntary reaction to a sudden unexpected stimulus (especially a loud noise); involves flexion of most skeletal muscles and a variety of visceral reactions 1the startle reaction; the startle response– a complicated involuntary reaction to a sudden unexpected stimulus (especially a loud noise); involves flexion of most skeletal muscles and a variety of visceral reactions 1