CEFR B1

throbbing

verb

Meaning

To beat or sound with a strong, regular rhythm, often associated with pain, strong emotion, or a pulse.

Examples

My head began to throb after I bumped it on the shelf.
She could feel her pulse throb in her neck.

Synonyms: pound, pulse, ache, beat

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throbbing (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /θrɒb/

Definition

To beat or sound with a strong, regular rhythm, often associated with pain, strong emotion, or a pulse.

Examples

My head began to throb after I bumped it on the shelf.
She could feel her pulse throb in her neck.
The music made his chest throb with energy.

How to Use throbbing

throb with (prepositional phrase): To be full of a strong feeling or sensation that causes a rhythmic beating. — "The whole city seemed to throb with excitement during the festival."

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