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Vocabulary Entry
palpitate
|verb • noun
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V
verb
to beat rapidly or tremulously, often used in reference to the heart
Example Sentences
"My heart began to palpitate when I saw the roller coaster."
"He could feel his chest palpitate with excitement during the announcement."
"After running up the stairs, she noticed her pulse palpitate in her throat."
N
noun
a rapid or irregular beating, often referring to the heartbeat
Example Sentences
"The doctor checked for a palpitate during my check-up."
"She experienced a palpitate that made her feel uneasy."
"An irregular palpitate can sometimes indicate a health issue."