breathing space

Example Sentences

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"I think it is temporary," they said, "but we needed a few months of breathing space and calm."

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

The SNB has some breathing space as inflation is comfortably within its target range of 0-2%, having remained stable at 0.6% year-on-year in May, Nomura analysts said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Success at Harlequins six days after that debacle was Sale's only away victory in The Prem and gave them some breathing space in guaranteeing a top-eight spot and a Champions Cup place for next season.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

PepsiCo, which owns the massive Frito-Lay snacking empire, has more breathing space than most.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

To gain some breathing space, Torak dodged behind the fire.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver