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catching breath

VERB

take a short break

Synonyms

WEAK

breathe ease off mellow out recuperate relax rest sit down slow down stop for a breath take a break take ten wind down

Example Sentences

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Ernest Merchison," she said, as she escaped from him with blazing eyes and catching breath, "you have done what I will never forgive.

From Doctor Therne by Haggard, Henry Rider

Mark drew a long, catching breath between his teeth.

From The Bag of Diamonds by Fenn, George Manville

She spoke fast, with catching breath, in a low vibrant tone that he remembered—how he did remember it!

From Fairfax and His Pride by Vorst, Marie Van

“Yes, father,” I said, despondently; and I heard him draw a deep, catching breath.

From Mass' George A Boy's Adventures in the Old Savannah by Smith, W.T.

Thank 'ee, friends," said Mr. Fugler, dropping into a seat by the door, and catching breath: "you've got it very suent.

From Wandering Heath by Quiller-Couch, Arthur Thomas, Sir