搏
fight; seize; pulse beat
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesverb
fight; wrestle; combat
formalRefers to physical hand-to-hand combat or fierce competition.
Two wrestlers are fighting on the mat.
The soldiers engaged in fierce combat with the enemy.
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He fought desperately and finally reclaimed the stolen wallet.
This boxing match attracted a large audience.
The two teams are engaged in hand-to-hand combat for the championship title.
verb
pounce on; seize; grab
formalUsed to describe an animal's predatory behavior.
The lion pounced on and seized the rabbit.
The eagle suddenly pounced on the mouse on the ground.
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The cat pounced on the cat teaser and had a great time playing.
verb
beat; throb; pulse
neutralMost commonly used to describe the rhythmic beating of a pulse or heartbeat.
His pulse beats very regularly.
When I'm nervous, my heart beats very fast.
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The doctor listened to his pulse with a stethoscope.
After strenuous exercise, his pulse quickened noticeably.