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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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The wrinkled note lay on the desk and he bent suddenly with a sharp catching breath and kissed it.

From The Valiants of Virginia by Rives, Hallie Erminie

A low, catching breath shook Stratton, and one hand grasped the table edge violently.

From Witness to the Deed by Fenn, George Manville

He did not find words at once; but his nostrils quivered while he was catching breath, which apparently failed in his breast.

From The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. by Sienkiewicz, Henryk

Marion drew a deep catching breath as he took his seat by her side, and then remained silent till they reached the familiar doorway.

From Blind Policy by Fenn, George Manville

For all that, his heart throbbed as he stood at the door, and with catching breath, he followed the servant upstairs.

From The Crown of Life by Gissing, George