Third-person singular simple present indicative form of have one's fingers on the pulse

To understand (something) well.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of have one's finger on the pulse

simple past tense and past participle of have one's finger on the pulse

Alternative form of have one's finger on the pulse

present participle of have one's finger on the pulse

(literally) One feels a physical shock upon realizing a direct threat to one's life, similar to the loss of blood in the brain. It affects the entire body for a few minutes, but does not cause the person to lose consciousness.

(idiomatic) Too expensive or fancy to suit one's taste or preferences.

(idiomatic) Something not wanted by someone, who is already burdened.

(vulgar) An expression of anger or disrespect toward another party's statement.