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  • past tense form of throb.
  • past participle of throb.
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throbbed



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Her head throbbed every time she looked at a computer screen for too long.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

But while Kyrgios said his wrist "throbbed" after the Brisbane comeback, it was quickly clear it was the abdominal issue hampering him against Fearnley.

From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2025

Guitars wailed and drums throbbed behind her as part of a set with her bandmates during a recent show.

From Seattle Times ● May 19, 2024

“Some people like loud music to relax and express their emotions on the dance floor,” Pledov said as a thumping electronic soundtrack throbbed in the background.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 5, 2023

The revival center hallways seemed endless, and each time Citra was jostled, her whole body throbbed.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman


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