verb (past tense of palpitate) as in strong fondness

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fluttered, quivered, raced

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Example Sentences

Example:Her heart fluttered as she heard the announcement of her promotion.

Definition:beat irregularly, often due to fear, excitement, or physical condition

From fluttered

Example:His hands quivered slightly as he presented the gift.

Definition:trembled or shook in a slight or uncontrolled way

From quivered

Example:Her pulse raced as she held back the news.

Definition:beat very fast or very quickly

From raced