preautomatic pause

[ prē′ô-tə-măt′ĭk ]

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A temporary pause in cardiac activity before an escape in an artificial pacemaker.

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But pause for a second, and look back at what these generations of regulators and lawmakers have created.
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After a pause she invited me in with a warm smile, as if I were a neighbor.
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I had to pause for sheep crossing the road, which is a common occurrence when driving through the Highlands of Scotland.
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According to James Madison, there was “a considerable pause.”
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We continuously pause to pull them out while Zalwar Khan and his companion smirk at us and chew unbothered.
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After a minute's pause, while he stood painfully silent, she resumed in great emotion.
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In fact, his appearance was so formidable that Davy did not pause for a second look, but started off at the top of his speed.
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There was a pause, during which Blanche went through a little mute exhibition of amazement and pleasure.
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For who, while tears are falling, will pause to handle the wreaths, and find whether they are genuine?
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There was a moment's pause, and Doa Inez returned into the saloon, which was now beginning rapidly to fill.
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