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to thump
01
to hit or strike heavily with the hand or a blunt object, producing a dull, muffled sound
Transitive: to thump sth
Examples
He thumped the table in frustration after a challenging day.
02
(of the heart) to beat or pulsate strongly and rapidly
Intransitive
Examples
Her heart thumped in her chest as she approached the stage to give her speech.
03
to make a dull, rhythmic sound, often as a result of a pulse or impact
Intransitive
Examples
The bass from the speakers made the floor thump in time with the music.
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