breather

Example Sentences

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The latest quarter offered shares a breather as key metrics handily cleared expectations.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

The tech-led stock-market rally is taking a breather as investors wait for inflation data.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

U.S. stocks took a breather from their rally to fresh record highs on Tuesday as investors confronted a gloomier inflation backdrop.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

The legendary Puerto Rican MC Wisin gave Karol a breather by storming the stage and regaling his millennial fans with 2000s reggaeton burners like “Pam Pam” and “Rakata.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

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

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques