inhale

Example Sentences

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Pilots warn their wranglers to avoid the temptation to inhale the escaping gas, noting that the “Alvin and the Chipmunks” voice isn’t worth the risk of fainting.

From The Wall Street Journal

"We wanted to develop an innovative system that prevents occupants from inhaling contaminated air while allowing them to use a personalized ventilation system comfortably for extended periods," he says.

From Science Daily

But it may become a health hazard if it is ingested or inhaled, or shrapnel fragments are retained in the body.

From Salon

She worries that her children will get sick from inhaling volcanic ash constantly.

From BBC

During these smoke-filled days, even the healthiest Washingtonians experience headaches, shortness of breath and chest pain from inhaling fine particles in smoke that include chemicals, heavy metals and ash.

From Seattle Times