breather

Example Sentences

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It’s best for everyone, Mace included, that she take a breather to touch grass.

From Slate • Jun. 13, 2026

The tech sector and other artificial-intelligence plays that have been driving the bull market took a breather.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

But head coach Sergej Jakirovic will be sitting out the Sin City jaunt as he takes a more peaceful breather before the bright lights of the Premier League beckon.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Memorial Day is almost here—and that will give investors a chance to take a much-needed breather, following a period where the AI boom and the Iran war have led to wild swings for the market.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Down below, Cluny squatted against the wall, glad of the chance to take a breather.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques