panted

Example Sentences

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"I need to go back to the gym," he panted as the song ended.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

It was warm enough that babies slept on their parents’ shoulders and dogs panted in their owners’ shadows.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 4, 2022

After the firing, he got up, yelled at the passenger to get back, and panted into his walkie-talkie.

From Slate • Apr. 14, 2022

He barked, panted and drooled until she unlatched the door just a few minutes later.

From Washington Post • Jul. 28, 2021

"Come in, my daughter, come in," the robed and bearded man was saying, and then "Come in, my son" as Shasta panted up to him.

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis