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palpitate

[pal-pi-teyt] / ˈpæl pɪˌteɪt /
VERB
beat at a rapid pace, like a heart
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG
be still steady


Example Sentences

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A middle-aged woman in a van appeared to be palpitating as her adult son, holding her arm tried to keep her conscious, calling out: "Mummy? Mummy?"

From Reuters

In the breathtaking – and heart palpitating – photos, the couple is seen posing on the edge of the cliff in their wedding attire.

From Fox News

Seeing a college football schedule released is always palpitating for those who live for fall rituals.

From Los Angeles Times

The past three seasons, their games were marked by palpitating comebacks.

From New York Times

Capable gloved hands palpitate the little chest to start the lungs – surely in vain.

From The Guardian