breathing

Example Sentences

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The cease-fire has American farmers breathing a sigh of relief.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Such reactions can range from responses with “no clinical manifestations” to irritating rashes to life-threatening conditions such as anaphylactic shock, which constricts breathing and impairs motor function.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

That’s a massive surge that gives the S&P 500 a great deal of breathing room from correction territory heading into the unofficial start of the first quarter earnings season on April 14.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Once the sedation took effect the team had one minute to free him before there was serious risk of breathing difficulties.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

I refuse to touch anything in here, and stick to mouth breathing only.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam