breathing

Example Sentences

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His breathing was heavy and he was panting, she said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Rollins embraced yoga, finding that the breathing techniques and especially the concentration gave him a new fluency with his instrument.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Respiratory diphtheria often starts with fever or chills, a sore throat that can lead to breathing and swallowing difficulties, and be life-threatening.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The tank contains a toxic chemical known as methyl methacrylate, or MMA, which makes acrylic plastics and can cause eye, skin and breathing issues, according to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

The doctor listened with a stethoscope to the sisters’ breathing as the raps sounded.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock