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n. - The rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart; (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients); Edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants.

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  • pulse waves
  • Why it's taken them this long to find a running back with a pulse is anyone's guess.
  • As I tear the last pulse from the white man's heart.
  • Within a few seconds your pulse is shown on the screen.
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