The athlete took a deep breath, expanding his chest.
The athlete took a deep breath, expanding his chest.
English
breath
breθ, bɹɛθ
Meaning: the air that you take into and let out of your lungs
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Example sentences
He took a deep breath.
He took a deep breath.
He cursed under his breath when he realized he had forgotten his keys.
He cursed under his breath when he realized he had forgotten his keys.
Take a deep breath and then exhale slowly.
Take a deep breath and then exhale slowly.
She took a deep breath and inhaled the fresh mountain air.
She took a deep breath and inhaled the fresh mountain air.
Usage Notes
Commonly used with verbs like 'take', 'draw', or 'hold'. It can refer to the air itself or the act of breathing.
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