hiccup - An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, resulting in a sudden, brief sound caused by a quick intake of air, often followed by a noticeable "hic" sound.
A girl in the class couldn't stop her hiccups, and the other kids in the class couldn't stop laughing.
virtual - Almost or nearly as described, but not completely; something is so nearly true that for most purposes it can be regarded as true; something that exists in essence but not in actuality.
During the pandemic, Zoom created a virtual sense of togetherness.
