1
as in pause
a momentary halt in an activity
let's all take a breath before continuing this discussion
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2
as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
a sweet breath caressed her cheek as she sat in the garden
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3
as in hint
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 breath
The two-time Masters champion spun, glared at the spectator, grumbled under his breath and seemed to point out the person to security.
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CBS News, 18 May 2026
Torina the mascot lays on the ground trying to catch her breath as a member of the Toritos dance crew performs on the field in between innings on Friday.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Even in my mind's eye, the view still takes my breath away.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 17 May 2026
The last moment of the finale finds Jamie and Claire, both seemingly dead on the mountain, open their eyes and take a breath.
—Reshma Gopaldas, IndieWire, 17 May 2026
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CBS News, 18 May 2026
Torina the mascot lays on the ground trying to catch her breath as a member of the Toritos dance crew performs on the field in between innings on Friday.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Even in my mind's eye, the view still takes my breath away.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 17 May 2026
The last moment of the finale finds Jamie and Claire, both seemingly dead on the mountain, open their eyes and take a breath.
—Reshma Gopaldas, IndieWire, 17 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breath
Noun
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There was a pause in the action in the fourth inning when plate umpire Brian O’Nora exited with concussion-like symptoms after getting hit by a foul ball.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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Let’s pause here for a moment for an important bit of context.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Sunset naturally becomes part of the dining experience, while the ocean breeze, dim lighting and minimalist architecture create an ambiance that feels both intimate and cinematic.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Navigating a chaotic city street during rush hour is a subconscious breeze for humans.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
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In fact, there’s even a hint of pre-Civ 7 here, in that the civs definitely feel most powerful during their apex age.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
19 May 2026
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During what was billed as the Steel Topping Out ceremony at new Nissan Stadium in November, Goodell was very complimentary of the franchise's facility, and even dropped hints that a Super Bowl could be headed to Nashville someday.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 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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There’s typically an offseason lull with most players, so drops in price or sales volume aren’t abnormal this time of year for NFL players.—
Benjamin Burrows,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
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This classic casserole is a great way to upgrade the beloved potato puffs for a dish the whole family will devour.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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Merging the world of racing with feminine touches for fan merch, racing graphic motifs are paired with puff ink, embroidery, vintage-washed and checkerboard patterns for apparel and accessories.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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But ultimately, what should fans take from the moving yet sorrowful final chapter, which is punctuated with a glimmer of hope and possibly the breath of life for its central characters?—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
15 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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From breezy linen pants to packable layers and day-to-night dresses, these pieces are designed to keep you cool and stylish on city breaks and tropical getaways alike.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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Divers found the boy within a few minutes of starting their search along the break wall.—
Shardaa Gray,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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At 2-0 down, and with Nuno Espirito Santo shuffling to a back-four, there was a flicker of a pulse and two decent saves from Nick Pope.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The flicker of my old writing ambitions sparked to life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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“Breath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breath. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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