pulse
noun
the regular throbbing of the arteries, caused by the successive contractions of the heart, especially as may be felt at an artery, as at the wrist.
pulsed
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past participleof pulse.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof pulse.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
pulsenounthe regular throbbing of the arteries, caused by the successive contractions of the heart, especially as may be felt at an artery, as at the wrist.
Example Sentences
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Fusion startup Xcimer Energy is working with RTX to develop pulsed laser weapons designed to shoot down drone swarms and missiles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
The “biohack” begins at the BioCharger’s base, where a large coil creates pulsed electromagnetic fields.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
Emma Robins, from Reading, says broccoli hidden in pesto pasta is a favourite for her three-year-old son Alfred, as well as veg pulsed into pasta sauces.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Mix with pulsed chickpeas and garlic for a creamier version of hummus.
From Salon ● Apr. 28, 2026
He started to shake as his eyes burned, his head pulsed, his heart broke.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
