gasping

Example Sentences

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Fonseca's biggest weapon is the ferocious forehand that leaves opponents beaten and spectators gasping with excitement.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

And while health care has deteriorated badly in recent years because of shortages of medicines and equipment, it remains free — a system gasping but not abandoned.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

Narvaez, who appeared to be gasping to keep up with Vine on the demanding final Corkscrew climb, paid tribute to his teammate.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

He recalled gasping at the bill the first time they split a few rolls.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

Natalie came up gasping for air and realized where she was.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz