winded

Example Sentences

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She got winded just climbing the stairs to her bedroom.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Why does a brief jog leave some people winded while others seem to glide along with ease?

From Science Daily • Jan. 8, 2026

He arrived in India in 1988, a young man seeking work, and has since been winded through cities - Nagpur, Belgaum, Goa, Nasik - before settling in the western metropolis.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025

Just walking up the slight hill from her horse barn to her front door can leave her winded.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024

Coach cleared his throat and tried to sound as if he wasn't winded, but I knew he was because his words were thinning out.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds