heartbeat
noun
heart·beat
ˈhärt-ˌbēt 
Synonyms
Examples of heartbeat in a Sentence
The patient had a rapid heartbeat.
I'd accept a job offer from that company in a heartbeat.
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Those looking to prevent atrial fibrillation: Research does not support fish oil supplementation to prevent atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat).
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Tamar Kane, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 6 June 2024
Physical symptoms: This includes a pounding or rapid heartbeat, unexplained aches and pains, dizziness, and shortness of breath.
—Amanda Gardner, Health, 1 June 2024
Doctors induced labor, but the baby was born without a heartbeat.
—Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2024
In contrast, our purchasing decisions often veer towards safe and predictable items, rather than the exciting pieces that quicken our heartbeats.
—Tina Charisma, Essence, 23 May 2024
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Tamar Kane, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 6 June 2024
Physical symptoms: This includes a pounding or rapid heartbeat, unexplained aches and pains, dizziness, and shortness of breath.
—Amanda Gardner, Health, 1 June 2024
Doctors induced labor, but the baby was born without a heartbeat.
—Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2024
In contrast, our purchasing decisions often veer towards safe and predictable items, rather than the exciting pieces that quicken our heartbeats.
—Tina Charisma, Essence, 23 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for heartbeat
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“Heartbeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heartbeat. Accessed 12 Jun. 2024.
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heartbeat
noun
heart·beat
ˈhärt-ˌbēt
: a single contracting and expanding of the heart
Medical Definition
heartbeat
noun
heart·beat
ˈhärt-ˌbēt
: one complete pulsation of the heart
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