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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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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

She looked down at them with a catching breath, and for an instant the glitter was reflected in her eyes.

From Barlasch of the Guard by Merriman, Henry Seton

Mark drew a long, catching breath between his teeth.

From The Bag of Diamonds by Fenn, George Manville

"Did you hear, Mr. Delmars?" she asked, with a catching breath.

From Whirligigs by Henry, O.

"It's the only thing I can see to do," replied Ann, with catching breath.

From From the Valley of the Missing by White, Grace Miller