Meaning & use
pounding
Beating heavily and repeatedly, or hitting something with great, forceful impact.
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Her heart was pounding by the time she reached the top of the stairs.
Waves kept pounding against the rocks throughout the entire stormy night.
A note on using this word
Pounding often describes a strong heartbeat or headache, as well as repeated forceful blows, such as waves against rocks or fists on a door.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A severe defeat or a heavy series of blows.
The visiting team took a pounding, losing the match by six goals.
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