breathing
noun
breath·ing
ˈbrē-t͟hiŋ 
: either of the marks ʽ and ʼ used in writing Greek to indicate aspiration or its absence
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The pope was mentally alert at the meeting but struggling to speak for extended periods due to breathing difficulties.
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Caitlin Danaher, CNN, 16 Feb. 2025
Tre Johnson hit both to give the Longhorns some breathing room, and Texas held on for the win.
—Lindsay Schnell, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025
What’s happening Yoga in the Gardens: Enjoy the beautiful gardens overlooking the lake under the shade of the trees for yoga, stretching and breathing.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
Encourage your preschooler to be more mindful by teaching them kid-friendly meditation techniques, including deep breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, and even guided sleep meditations.
—Heather Gowen Walsh, Parents, 13 Feb. 2025
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Caitlin Danaher, CNN, 16 Feb. 2025
Tre Johnson hit both to give the Longhorns some breathing room, and Texas held on for the win.
—Lindsay Schnell, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025
What’s happening Yoga in the Gardens: Enjoy the beautiful gardens overlooking the lake under the shade of the trees for yoga, stretching and breathing.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
Encourage your preschooler to be more mindful by teaching them kid-friendly meditation techniques, including deep breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, and even guided sleep meditations.
—Heather Gowen Walsh, Parents, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Breathing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathing. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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