breathing

Example Sentences

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The cease-fire has American farmers breathing a sigh of relief.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

On arrival, they search meticulously for signs of construction, breathing a sigh of relief each time the massive property appears untouched.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Such reactions can range from responses with “no clinical manifestations” to irritating rashes to life-threatening conditions such as anaphylactic shock, which constricts breathing and impairs motor function.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

"It's a real problem for the elderly. You have to wear a mask the entire time you're breathing this air," she told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The gnome jumped with glee, but he was breathing hard.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff