out of breath
Example Sentences
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I realized I was out of breath.
From Literature
Two minutes and twenty-three seconds later, we’re back in the office, out of breath, but with my workbook and Don McAndrews’s business card.
From Literature
“I have your flowers, your grace,” the boy said, out of breath.
From Literature
Mrs. Clarke was mildly out of breath, but she bore a pleased expression.
From Literature
She was scarcely out of breath, even after all that running up and down stairs.
From Literature
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