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PULSES
- PULSE, to expand and contract rhythmically, also PULSATE [v]
- A rhythmical throbbing of the arteries as blood is propelled through them, typically as felt in the wrists or neck
- The rate of this throbbing, used to ascertain the rate of someone's heartbeat and so their state of health or emotions
- Each successive throb of the arteries or heart
- PULSE, to pulsate (to expand and contract rhythmically) [v]
- A single vibration or short burst of sound, electric current, light, or other wave
- A musical beat or other regular rhythm
- The central point of energy and organization in an area or activity
- A measured amount of an isotopic label given to a culture of cells