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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
Step outside for a few minutes of morning sunlight, take a few deep breaths and set a specific intention.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Deep breaths can help, or mantras that a parent will be there to pick them up.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 11 June 2026
To fight well means practicing how to control one’s emotions, how to synchronize breaths with punches, how to set aside vanity, how to prevail through extreme discipline and restraint.
—Bhumika Tharoor, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Deep breaths, because Game 4 goes tonight.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Jurors saw Pino taking deep breaths, crying and sobbing for seven minutes.
—Larry Seward, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Rue was dreaming on her last breaths alive.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 31 May 2026
The midwife gave her three lifesaving breaths on my chest, and my husband was there.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Take 30 to 40 deep cyclical breaths, inhaling fully into the belly and chest, exhaling without force.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Deep breaths can help, or mantras that a parent will be there to pick them up.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 11 June 2026
To fight well means practicing how to control one’s emotions, how to synchronize breaths with punches, how to set aside vanity, how to prevail through extreme discipline and restraint.
—Bhumika Tharoor, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Deep breaths, because Game 4 goes tonight.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Jurors saw Pino taking deep breaths, crying and sobbing for seven minutes.
—Larry Seward, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Rue was dreaming on her last breaths alive.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 31 May 2026
The midwife gave her three lifesaving breaths on my chest, and my husband was there.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Take 30 to 40 deep cyclical breaths, inhaling fully into the belly and chest, exhaling without force.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breaths
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Anthropic, one of OpenAI’s top competitors, has proposed mechanisms for coordinating pauses on advanced AI development if systems become too powerful.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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Anthropic, one of OpenAI’s top competitors, has proposed mechanisms for coordinating pauses on advanced AI development if systems become too powerful.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Fortune,
5 June 2026
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The wide fairways saddle back to the middle, the greens roll true with some quirky slopes, the ocean views are spectacular, every blade of grass is well maintained, and the fresh ocean breezes can wreak havoc on some of your shots.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Friday will feature more sunshine, far less humidity and some breezes that could push highs to near 80 degrees.—
Chris Shaffer,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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There are very few hints in art of dogs being dirty, vicious or rabid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau may have been dropping wedding hints through their fashion choices at the Tribeca Film Festival.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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Yes, there were lulls, to be sure.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 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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Start with the warm gougères, airy choux puffs with a molten brie center that arrive drizzled with honey and dusted with parmesan.—
Jessi Roti,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 June 2026
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On TikTok, Photon Matrix posted a video of the device killing the mosquitoes at night and leaving only micro-puffs of smoke behind; the video has been viewed more than 70 million times.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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With interest in on-loan Lutsharel Geetruida, there were flickers of worry on Wearside about the core of the team being undermined.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
29 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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While some inns might feel stuffy, this one strikes a more approachable balance, with thoughtful touches like free parking, complimentary popcorn in the rooms, and welcome drinks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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The four-wheeler is also replete with sentimental touches.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
8 June 2026
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The chance of advancing from the group phase isn’t far-fetched, with a diverse squad of new and seasoned players and recent results that offer glimmers of hope for a run in the tournament.—
Jim Sciutto,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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At the outset this year, however, glimmers of hope appeared to emerge.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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“Breaths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breaths. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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