throbbing

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present participle of

a strong, regular beat:

The propeller noise changed from the normal dull throbbing to a rapidly ascending whine.

He was grateful to get away from the incessant throbbing of the jackhammers.

pain felt in a series of regular beats:

The throbbing in his head made him throw up.

He was able to run, despite the throbbing of his leg.

having a strong, regular beat:

The club was all pulsating lights and throbbing dance music.

Cars with throbbing engines and loud stereos are among the most commonly cited sources of unwanted noise.

happening, or experiencing pain, in a series of regular beats:

She had a throbbing pain in her neck and left shoulder.

My body was one big throbbing sore.