breath
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(noun) the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing; "he took a deep breath and dived into the pool"; "he was fighting to his last breath" |
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Related Words: activity, bodily function, bodily process, body process, breathing in, breathing out, exhalation, expiration, inhalation, inspiration |
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(noun) a slight movement of the air; "there wasn't a breath of air in the room" |
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Related Words: air, breeze, gentle wind, zephyr |
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(noun) the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration; "his sour breath offended her" |
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Related Words: air, halitosis |
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(noun) a short respite |
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Synonyms: breather, breathing place, breathing space, breathing spell, breathing time |
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Related Words: relief, respite, rest, rest period |
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(noun) an indirect suggestion; "not a breath of scandal ever touched her" |
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Synonyms: hint, intimation |
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Related Words: proffer, proposition, suggestion |
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