heartbeat

Example Sentences

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But PABS, the heartbeat of the treaty, was left on the side in order to get the bulk of the deal over the line.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

By the time the doctor had logged there was no fetal heartbeat, the medical record shows, Crain was too unstable for surgery.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

“They are the essence of the brand, and really understand the heartbeat of the brand,” said Partridge, Tapatío’s new chairman.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

She recalled attending a routine appointment while pregnant with her third child when she was told there was no heartbeat.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

My heartbeat thumped in my ears, thumping, thumping, telling me he knows, he knows.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith