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to palpitate

verbgeneral usecommon/palpiˈtaɾ/pal·pi·tar

Definitions

2
1

To beat rapidly, strongly, or irregularly; used especially of the heart.

Usage examples

“His heart began to palpitate with anxiety.”
“She felt her pulse palpitating in her throat.”

Common combinations

heart palpitatespalpitate with fearpalpitate with excitement
2

To offer an opinion, especially when it is unsolicited or intrusive. (Informal, corresponds to Portuguese sense 2)

Usage examples

“He's always butting in with his advice.”
“This is my decision, so please don't butt in.”

Common combinations

butt into a conversationbutt in with an opinion