Beat measured on the wrist (5)

I believe the answer is:

pulse

(Other definitions for pulse that I've seen before include "edible seeds of leguminous plants!" , "Excitement" , "A vital sign turning" , "Seed of bean or pea plant" , "Rhythmic beat" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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