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Definition: | (noun) The rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart. |
Synonyms: | heartbeat |
Usage: | An icy hand seemed to grasp my heart and check its pulsation, as I bent over him, gazing with breathless intensity upon the ghastly, upturned face. |
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5 comments:
Very sweet, Tammy. :o) How many kitties do you have? We have 3.
~Tina
We have a calico kitty too! NOt as fluffy as yours though... very cute!
Lisa~
Cats make such naughty students, I'm sure their heart is in the right place though.
Now can she decline her Latin verbs yet? Or is she still learning to tell her colors?
:-)
Patricia
That is SO sweet!! THanks for unlurking on my blog, that way I discovered your! Wonderful!!
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