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Palpitations

usgb/ˌpælpɪˈteɪʃnz/Volume
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Medical Condition

Usually means a health concern. Don't use lightly to describe minor worries or excitement.

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After running up the stairs, he felt palpitations and decided to see a doctor.
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Not Always Serious

Can describe temporary situations like a reaction to caffeine, not just severe illness.

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Caffeine sometimes gives me heart palpitations.
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Stress Connection

Often related to stress or anxiety situations, indicative of a body's reaction.

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Final exams always give me palpitations.
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