breathing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Soon enough, it shoves out the old way of doing things entirely, leaving us with no living, breathing person left to hear our frustrations.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Pearl followed instructions to check if her mother was breathing and confirmed that her chest was rising and falling.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The cease-fire has American farmers breathing a sigh of relief.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

However, his nasal openings could not be preserved, and he is now breathing through his mouth.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

I’m setting the pace, and Jonah’s breathing goes ragged as he struggles to stay with me.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison