out of breath
Example Sentences
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The defense looked out of breath.
From Los Angeles Times
I realized I was out of breath.
From Literature
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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
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“I have your flowers, your grace,” the boy said, out of breath.
From Literature
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Mrs. Clarke was mildly out of breath, but she bore a pleased expression.
From Literature
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