- present participle of pant.
panting
Example Sentences
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It said heatstroke was a "silent killer" and signs included heavy panting, drooling, vomiting, or uncoordinated movement.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
On certain climbs, I topped out panting and exhausted, then realized my bike was in its hardest gear.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
Elaine Yule, 38, and Kim Postlethwaite, 39, were panting as they got to the top of the steps.
From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026
When the congregation responds with rhythmic panting that slowly builds to shrieks of grief and passion, Ann finally feels at home — the burdens she’s been carrying all her life, cast into the ether.
From Salon ● Dec. 27, 2025
As we trotted off the pitch, sweaty and panting, Uncle Jack stood up and applauded.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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