pitter-patter

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Definitions

Adverb
as of footsteps; "he came running pit-a-pat down the hall"
Adverb
describing a rhythmic beating; "his heart went pit-a-pat"
Noun
a series of rapid tapping sounds; "she missed the pitter-patter of little feet around the house"
Verb
rain gently; "It has only sprinkled, but the roads are slick"
Verb
make light, rapid and repeated sounds; "gently pattering rain"

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