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breathing

[ˈbriːðɪŋ]

breathing Definition

  • 1the process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs
  • 2the act of inhaling and exhaling; respiration

Using breathing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "breathing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Breathing exercises can help reduce stress.

  • Example

    She was having difficulty breathing due to her asthma.

  • Example

    The doctor checked his breathing with a stethoscope.

breathing Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with breathing

  • a pause or break in activity, giving one time to rest or think

    Example

    After finishing the project, she took a few days off to give herself some breathing space.

  • breathing down someone's neck

    to closely monitor or scrutinize someone's actions or work

    Example

    The boss was breathing down my neck all day, making it hard to focus on my tasks.

  • catch one's breath

    to pause and take a moment to recover from physical exertion or shock

    Example

    After running up the stairs, she had to catch her breath before continuing.

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Summary: breathing in Brief

Breathing [ˈbriːðɪŋ] is the process of inhaling and exhaling air through the lungs. It is essential for life and can be improved through breathing exercises. Phrases like 'breathing space' refer to a break in activity, while 'breathing down someone's neck' means to closely monitor someone. 'Catch one's breath' means to pause and recover from exertion or shock.

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