breath

Example Sentences

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Nobody I talked to is holding their breath.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Tay was “a breath of fresh air” for him after years of dating women who worked in the spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

"May my breath not run out; I will run like a leopard," he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Many chart watchers view any RSI reading below 30 as indicating an “oversold” condition, which suggests a bounce could be coming as bears take a break from selling to catch their breath.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Then with a sigh she let out the breath, set the glass on the sideboard, and sat down.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom