- present participle of breathe.
breathing
Example Sentences
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The fumes gave her headaches, nausea and breathing trouble, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
"We have cut VAT on electricity bills and capped bus fares at £2 - to give breathing space to those feeling the strain," he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
The slow, intentional pace of tai chi paired with conscious breathing and present-moment awareness, Swanson says, also help release stress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Tai chi, a gentle form of exercise based on gentle movements and breathing techniques, is another option.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 16, 2026
Her voice pitched high and her breathing sharpened.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
