Terminal.app takes up CPU 100% and can't seem to launch

I have OSX10.5.1 installed on my iMac.
I've been using it without any significant problem since upgrade to Leopard.
But all of sudden, the BIG problem.
When I tried to run Terminal.app, the terminal window does not poped up for a long time.
I checked iStat on my dashboard, and the Terminal.app was taking up 100% of CPU.
I could not believe my eyes.
So, I double-checked using top, which I was able to start by using xterm.
It was true. Terminal.app was possessing CPU about 100%.
I did not do anything but my routine stuff.
Anyone has a clue about what is going on my Leopard?
Any small hint will be appreciated.
Thanks.

I have just rebooted the system and now I can launch Terminal.app.
It is anyway resolved.
Shame on Leopard.
Rebooting is just as Windows-ish solution to a problem.

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