breath

Example Sentences

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In February 2022, Hugh, then aged 71, felt generally well but started to experience shortness of breath when he was exerting himself.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The union of strength and winsomeness embodied by Goliath’s champion took my breath away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Americans fearing an audit can take a breath.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

There is still hope for the Village Theatre, which recently received a breath of new life thanks to some of Hollywood’s biggest names.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

I can almost feel him holding his breath.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold