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as in pauses
a momentary halt in an activity
let's all take a breath before continuing this discussion
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as in breezes
a slight or gentle movement of air
a sweet breath caressed her cheek as she sat in the garden
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as in hints
an almost imperceptible sign of something
the mornings are already getting warmer, and there is a breath of spring in the air
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Recent Examples of breaths
Rather than acting out on the anger, take a calming moment with some deep breaths, and think about the possibility that your partner was possibly distracted or stressed out.
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Reid gathered himself by leaning against the basket stanchion, flexing his jaw and taking in some deep breaths.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Focus on slow, steady breaths to help your body adapt to the cold.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
Slow, deep breaths that lengthen the exhale send a signal of safety to the nervous system.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
Human life and death are so fragile, a small space between breaths.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Talked to some of the higher gods above, give them my thanks and just take a few breaths and get ready for the arena.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Only five breaths to the end of the course.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Other things that could raise BP are white coat hypertension, so try to remain calm (deep breaths, calm mind, and relaxed) in the doctor's office prior to having blood pressure taken.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Reid gathered himself by leaning against the basket stanchion, flexing his jaw and taking in some deep breaths.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Focus on slow, steady breaths to help your body adapt to the cold.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
Slow, deep breaths that lengthen the exhale send a signal of safety to the nervous system.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 6 May 2026
Human life and death are so fragile, a small space between breaths.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Talked to some of the higher gods above, give them my thanks and just take a few breaths and get ready for the arena.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Only five breaths to the end of the course.
—Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
Other things that could raise BP are white coat hypertension, so try to remain calm (deep breaths, calm mind, and relaxed) in the doctor's office prior to having blood pressure taken.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breaths
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There are also sections called a Cup of Tea with Meg, conversational pauses that feel like sitting across from someone who is not trying to sell you anything.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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More often than not, the request gets the big kids’ attention, and chaos ceases (pauses) as the three of them roll around singing while Marc and I stand in the doorway kvelling.—
Risa Polansky Shiman,
Sun Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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Gulf breezes are a given here, as are the sounds of seagulls and the surf coming in.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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Sunny skies and mild breezes are enveloping the Pharmalot campus once again.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
12 May 2026
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With hints of Nashville and LA sprinkled throughout the shop, a KC native just opened a new boutique and embroidery bar in the Northland.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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The thread packed with hints served as a playful nod to Taylor Swift's new sourdough obsession and her relationship with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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The quality, however, doesn’t make for a pleasant viewing experience, especially during lulls in the season like the one the Dodgers are currently battling through.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Not all parts of the country seem to have the same pattern, although the data points to school breaks as relative lulls.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
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Today Hendricks stands as the fourth caretaker of the establishment known for its chili cheese hot dogs, burgers, pizza puffs, sandwiches and sausages.—
Anna Ortiz,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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The video shows slight puffs of smoke from the Sea Star’s smokestack, and then darker smoke rising from it after the strike.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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Then the northern flickers, which consume ants, can visit your lawn and find something to eat.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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The four crewmembers reported seeing several impact flashes — flickers of light created when a meteoroid hits the lunar surface and vaporizes.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
8 May 2026
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Of course, modern touches like bedside power ports and espresso machines are also in place.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Geographically, the food is New Nordic, with touches of gooseberry, rye and glittery golden vendace roe from the Baltic Sea.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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While math achievement saw a rebound after the pandemic, reading continued to decline through 2024, with 2025 offering glimmers of a turnaround, the report said.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The Melissa is a slightly wider shape for more coverage and balance on longer or wider faces, with a chunky gold hinge that glimmers in the sun.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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“Breaths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breaths. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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